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LOT 0830
Roman Bronze Ligula Spoon
2ND-4TH CENTURY A.D.
7 1/4 in. (16.3 grams, 18.5 cm).
Comprising a tapering round-section handle and an ovoid, deep bowl. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Roman Bronze Duck's Head Finial
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From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Tall Glass Flask with Iridescence
1st century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £222
Piriform body with narrow neck and median bulb, trumpet-shaped mouth with applied trail to the rim, flared with thick trail; diagonal moulded fluting to the body, iridescent finish. 85 grams, 19.6 cm
From a specialist collection of glass, acquired from dealerships during the 1990s. -
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Roman Red Jasper Gemstone with the God Mercury
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £208
With intaglio standing figure of Mercury wearing the petasos, holding the caduceus and supporting two bags; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.36 grams, 11.62 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
