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LOT 0583
Roman Bronze Phallic Pendant
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
2 5/8 in. (35.4 grams, 67 mm).
Comprising a crescent formed from a phallus and an arm with the hand in the fica gesture, loop above and male genitals below.
ProvenanceProperty of a London gentleman, 1990s.
LiteratureCf. Beutler, F. et al., Der Adler Roms. Carnuntum und der Armee der Cäsaren, Bad-Deutsch Altenberg, 2017, item 760, for type.
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Roman Bronze Phallic Pendant
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
Comprising a crescent formed from a phallus and an arm with the hand in the fica gesture, loop above and male genitals below. 35.4 grams, 67 mm
Property of a London gentleman, 1990s. -
Roman Gold Earrings with Bosses
Circa 1st-2nd century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £210
Matched pair of gold earrings each a twisted wire hoop with domed shield, central granule and filigree border, cluster of granules below. 1.01 grams total, 16-17 mm
From a collection of a London lady, acquired annually during 1990s-2000s. -
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Roman Gold Ring with Serapis Gemstone
1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,300
Hollow-formed with inset carnelian gemstone engraved with a profile bust of Serapis above a perching eagle flanked by fronds, possibly a marriage. 3.15 grams, 26.98 mm overall, 13.22 mm internal diameter (approximate size British D, USA 1 3/4, Europe 1.15, Japan 1)
Acquired early 1990s. Ex private American collection; thence by descent. Private Swiss collection since 1998.
