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LOT 0751
Roman Bronze Headstud Brooch
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
2 1/4 in. (18.7 grams, 56 mm).
Displaying pale blue enamel panels to the shoulders, blue glass bead to the bow and elliptical lug to the footplate; partial remains of pin lug and catchplate. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom an important Mayfair, London, UK collection, before 2012; item 2049.
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Roman and Other Mixed Bead Group
Circa 1st century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £85
Comprising polychrome glass and stone beads of various types. 146 grams total, 3-19 mm
Fine condition.
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
Roman Silver Crossbow Brooch with Dedicatory Inscription
4th century A.D.Estimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £278
Featuring rounded knops to the head, the bow with a dedicatory inscription in Latin letters 'VTER FELIX IURE VICTO'. 19.5 grams, 62 mm
Acquire in the 1990s. Ex Cambridgeshire, UK, collection.
The dedicatory inscription 'VTERE FELIX', 'use it with good luck' or 'with happiness' is often found on Roman military artefacts, like belt fittings, brooches, and armlets; but it is rarely accompanied by 'IURE VICTO' inscription ([being the] rightful winner). The inscription is typical of the late Roman military world, but it can also refer to people using the brooch in civil duties, these fibulae being ordinarily gifted to the militia armata and non armata. -
Roman Period Bronze Ring with Warrior
2nd-4th century A.D. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £52
Ellipsoid bezel with incuse figure holding a sword and dagger. 3.68 grams, 22.36 mm overall, 19.10 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S, USA 9, Europe 20 , Japan 19)
Private collection formed since the 1940s. UK art market. Property of an Essex gentleman.
