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LOT 0953
Roman Bronze Trumpet Plate Brooch
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 in. (11.7 grams, 38 mm).
Openwork brooch formed of two opposing trumpet motifs with scrolls, pin-lugs and a catchplate on the reverse. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private coin collection of a West London, UK, gentleman, formed since the mid 1980s.
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Roman Bone Artefact Collection
1st-6th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £221
Mixed group of implements, including pins, awls, and other types. 64.8 grmas total, 4.3-16.2 cm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Gryllus in Gold Ring
2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,860
Translucent oval intaglio featuring a standing gryllus wearing a gryphon-headed helmet, flanked by the inscription 'KAΛHI' meaning 'to the beautiful one'; set in a later gold ring with a D-section hoop; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 9.29 grams, 23.83 mm overall, 20.32 x 17.88 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18)
Acquired on the European art market. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13322-257896.
Fanciful combinations of various human and animal heads, sometimes with the addition of other elements, are generally called grylloi. These fantastic devices were more than mere artists' fancies and were worn by the ancient Romans and others for their supposed efficacy in averting the evil eye. -
Roman Iridescent Glass Bowl
3rd-4th century A.D.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £150
Wide bowl with rolled rim and an applied basal ring. 53 grams, 10.5 cm wide
Acquired in the 1990s from London dealerships and auction houses. From the Lonson collection.
