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LOT 0724
Roman Bronze Plate Brooch
2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 in. (14.8 grams, 37 mm).
With openwork design enclosed in a notched roundel, addorsed c-shaped central spokes and punched ring-and-dot motifs; hinged pin and catchplate to the reverse; complete. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1970s-1980s.
From a London brooch collector, UK.
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Roman Enamelled Bronze Miniature Votive Altar
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £293
Formed with four out-turned legs and sub-square top with knop to each corner and central circular void, rectangular panel to each side face with arched lower edge and alternating foliate and geometric polychrome enamelled design. 22.8 grams, 34 mm
Fine condition.
Found Cambridgeshire, pre 2000. -
Venus with Victory Gemstone in Gold Ring
Roman, 1st -2nd century A.D. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £2,470
The chrysoprase gemstone with intaglio Venus seated beside a tree, altar and miniature Victory before her; mounted in a later gold ring; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 12.04 grams, 24.22 mm overall, 20.19 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T, USA 9 1/2, Europe 21.26, Japan 20)
Ex property of a London gentleman; acquired London art market, 1970-1980. -
Roman Bronze Griffin Attachment
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £600 - 800 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £333
Free-standing with stylised features, bulging eyes, hooked beak, pricked ears; piriform base. 77 grams, 53 mm
‘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.
