Loading, please wait...
LOT 0682
Roman Bronze Ring with Lion
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (3.23 grams, 23.62 mm overall, 19.50 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)).
With ellipsoid bezel, low-relief figure of a regardant lion with tail raised and foreleg extended. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceUK private collection before 2000.
Acquired on the UK art market.
Property of a London gentleman.
TimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
-
Large Eastern Roman Bronze Bust-Shaped Steelyard Weight
Circa 3rd-4th century A.D. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £715
Modelled in the round as a facing female with head turned slightly right, with semi-naturalistic facial detailing and dressed hair; lead-filled. 4.2 kg, 13.5 cm high
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.
Steelyard weights in the form of human or deities' faces were not uncommon in the Roman period (see SWYOR-DA4426, OXON-4391B5, HAMP-BD4D67 and NARC-7A7B81 on the PAS). These were generally filled with lead and had iron or copper suspension loops projecting from the top of the head. -
Roman Blue Glass Flask with Trail
3rd-4th century A.D.Estimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
Piriform in profile with slight dimple to base, squat body, tubular neck with flared and rolled mouth; fine applied spiral trail from shoulder to base. 8 grams, 62 mm
From an important London, UK, collection, 1970-1990s. -
Roman Bronze Head of Mithras Weight
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
With Phrygian cap worn with the point pulled forward, hatching to the hair and beard. 31.5 grams, 32 mm
Ex Simmons Gallery, London, UK. From a collection from North London, UK, 1990s.
