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LOT 0727
Roman Bronze Openwork Brooch Group
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 - 1 5/8 in. (18.5 grams total, 32-40 mm).
Comprising: one of four crescents around central lozenge, complete with pin and catchplate to reverse; a discoid example displaying crescent and comma-shaped openwork. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
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Roman Bronze Aussica Brooch
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Roman Lapis Lazuli and Coral Bead Group
Circa 1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
Large-holed cylindrical and oblate glass, lapis lazuli, and a few barrel-shaped coral examples. 27.9 grams total, 5-12 mm
London private collection, 1979-1983. -
Roman Life-Size Statue Finger Group
1st-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £390
The trio formed with semi-naturalistic detailing to the nail beds; hollow-formed; including larger-than-life examples. 210 grams total, 45-73 mm
Acquired on the EU art market around 2000. From the collection of a North American gentleman.
