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LOT 0951
Roman Bronze Ring with Dolphin
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (2.89 grams, 19.63 mm overall, 16.64 mm internal diameter (approximate size British G, USA 3 1/4, Europe 4.92, Japan 4)).
Expanding hoop with angled shoulders, oval bezel with a stylised dolphin. [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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Roman Glass Vessel
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £91
With flattened discoid body and tall neck with flared mouth, applied rim. 20.5 grams, 10.6 cm
From a London, UK, collection, 1990s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
Glass flasks, such as this example, were used as containers for ointments, powders, balms, and other expensive liquids such as perfumes. These flattened spherical vessels were often utilised by pilgrims to carry water on their travels. This particular form appears to be a predecessor to twin-handled pilgrim flasks, which became commonplace later in the 3rd and 4th centuries. -
Roman Bronze Key Ring
1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Comprising a barrel-shaped ring with cranked shank and cluster of wards. 13.7 grams, 29 mm
From the collection of a Buckinghamshire, UK, collector established from the earlier 1960s. -
Large Roman Decorated Bronze Bow Brooch
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Wide bow with punched annulet decoration, short footplate with a knop finial. 28 grams, 72 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
