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LOT 0712
Roman Bronze Phallic Pendant
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (7.45 grams, 33 mm).
Curving phallus with lateral testes and a large suspension loop above. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 0712
Roman Bronze Phallic Pendant
Estimate £80 - 100€93 - 116 (for guidance only)$108 - 135 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £5
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Acquired in the 1990s. Ex London, UK, collection. -
Roman Garnet Cameo of a Philosopher
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £350 - 450 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £175
Domed upper face with the head of a mature male with a full beard and a deep frown line between the eyebrows, concave underside. 1.2 grams, 14 mm
UK private collection before 2000. London collection, acquired on the UK art market. -
Large Roman Bronze Ring with Gryphon
3rd-4th century A.D.Estimate: £40 - 60 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Comprising a large D-section hoop and a discoid bezel with a stylised gryphon. 2.85 grams, 24.34 mm overall, 20.26 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T, USA 9 1/2, Europe 21.26, Japan 20)
From a UK collection formed in the 1980s. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
