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LOT 0903
Roman Bronze Teardrop-Shaped Pendant
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
2 in. (17.87 grams, 49.21 mm).
D-shaped in section with pierced lug at one end. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Roman Gold and Garnet Gemstone Ring with Bird
1st-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £1,500 - 2,000 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £750
Hollow-formed with inset cloison, incuse profile bird motif. 3.52 grams, 22.74 mm overall, 17.38 mm internal diameter (approximate size British K 1/2, USA 5 1/2, Europe 10.58, Japan 10)
Private collection, acquired on the German art market in 1993; thence by descent.
The ring belongs to the type I, variant 3, of Roman gold rings according to Ruseva-Slokoska’s classification. These rings had massive ellipsoid hoops with bands semi-circular to the outside, wider and thicker towards the shoulders. -
Roman Gold Bead Collection
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £546
Comprising a number of oblate, tubular ribbed, annular and discoid beads. 7.59 grams total, 1.33-7.98 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Arretine Red Slip Terra Sigillata Cup with Rosettes and Rabbits and SEX.M.D. Maker's Mark
Augustan, early 1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £650
Squat bowl with carinated profile and low foot; to the rim, applied rosettes and hares; stamped to the centre, a sandaled foot with legend 'SEX.M.D' legend. 285 grams, 16.5 cm
From the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent. Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet with reference no.A4.
