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LOT 0726
Roman Bronze Key Ring
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (14.7 grams, 36 mm).
Comprising a narrow hoop, short shank, lateral lobe cut with teeth.
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of Mr K.A., acquired in the 1990s-early 2000s.
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Roman Miniature Glass Juglet
1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Miniature ewer with biconvex body, strap handle and exaggerated mouth. 3.49 grams, 21 mm
From the collection of Mr S.M., London, UK, formed from 1969-1999. -
Late Roman Gold Ring with Garnet Intaglio Depicting a Male Portrait
5th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,860
Slender hoop with granules flanking a cup bezel, inset garnet cloison with intaglio profile male bust; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 4.01 grams, 26.03 mm overall, 17.16 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13)
Acquired on the German art market, 1989-1995. with The Museum Gallery, 19 Bury Place, London, WC1, UK, 1998-2003. Property of a London based academic, 2003 to present. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12390-226044. -
Roman Bronze Bound Captive Toggle
Late 2nd century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
Depicted as a male seated and naked with rope binding the hands together; pierced vertically at the shoulders; probably a sliding mount for a thong or cord. 35 grams, 40 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
