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LOT 0744
Roman Bronze Lion's Face Mount
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (23.4 grams, 27 mm).
Modelled in the round with naturalistic detailing, ears upright.
Provenance‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection.
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Acquired late 1980s early-1990s. Private collection, Nottinghamshire, UK. -
Roman Silver-Gilt Ring with Bust of Goddess
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,105
Composed of a large hoop with raised tongue-shaped plaques at the shoulders, bezel formed as the bust of goddess Selene wearing a crescentic crown; trace remains of gilding. 12.63 grams, 34.40 mm overall, 21.27 mm internal diameter (approximate size British V, USA 10 1/2, Europe 23.77, Japan 22)
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Roman Gold Pendant with Cameo
2nd century A.D.Estimate: £1,500 - 2,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £750
An oval box setting with flange rim, set with a female cameo bust; gusseted suspension loop to top edge. 4.03 grams, 26 mm
From the collection of a Cambridge lady, 1990s.
