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LOT 0954
Roman Bronze Key Ring Group
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 - 1 1/2 in. (49.7 grams total, 24-39 mm).
Comprising two with the bit composed of circular rods, one for a barrel lock with pellet decoration. [3]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Terracotta Scorpion Amulet
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
Plano-convex in section with perforation, low-relief scorpion motif to obverse. 3.52 grams, 21 mm
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Framed Roman Decorated Stone Spindle Whorl
Circa 200 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £7
Domed body with ring-and-dot and linear decoration; set in a glazed wooden frame. 117 graams total, 93 x 93 mm including frame
Acquired from Ancient Art Shop, Berkshire, UK. From the collection of a Nottingham, UK, collector, established from the early 2000s. Accompanied by the original Ancient Art Shop certificate of authenticity.
