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LOT 0729
Roman Bronze Ring with Horse
CIRCA 1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (5.8 grams, 22.49 mm overall, 18.79 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)).
With rectangular-section hoop supporting a raised oval bezel, intaglio image of a grazing horse with crescent above; hoop split. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, UK, gentleman, circa 2000.
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Roman Gold Shield-Shaped Mount
1st-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £150
With beaded rim, granule clusters to the obverse between two cells each with a granule collar and inset glass stud; four loops to the reverse. 1.71 grams, 23 mm
UK private collection formed before 2000. Ex North London, UK, gallery.
The four loops suggest that the plaque formed part of the spacing for a two-strand necklace. -
Roman Gold Earrings with Bosses
Circa 1st-2nd century A.D.Estimate: £1,000 - 1,400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £475
Matched pair of gold earrings, each a twisted wire hoop with domed ellipsoid shield and hook-and-eye closure; two radiating granules to the lower edge each with a graduated granule cluster below. 1.97 grams total, 17-18 mm
From a collection of a London lady, acquired annually during 1990s-2000s. -
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Goddess Fortuna Gemstone
Roman, circa 2nd century A.D. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £975
With intaglio standing Fortuna with cornucopia and flowers, amphora at her feet; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.2 grams, 16 mm
From the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London.
