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LOT 0651
Roman Bronze Turtle Pendant
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (4.3 grams, 20 mm).
With segmented domed shell and radiating limbs; lateral spur; pierced at the neck for suspension. [No Reserve]
ProvenancePrivate collection, Arundel, West Sussex, UK, 1980s-1990s.
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Islamic AE 10 Dirhams Weight
Circa 10-13th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
In the form of a cube with engraved pellets on six sides: inscriptions and ornaments. 28.7 grams, 15 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s. -
Roman Glass Double-Handled Iridescent Flask
4th century A.D.Estimate: £650 - 750 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £350
With squat bulbous body, dimple base, flared trumpet neck; applied trails to the shoulder, applied strap handles to the shoulders. 47 grams, 72 mm
From an important London, UK, collection, 1970-1990s. -
Roman Gold Ring with Insect Gemstone
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,950
With broad rounded shoulders, inset banded agate gemstone with intaglio ant motif. 5.27 grams, 23.40 mm overall, 18.36 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H, USA 3 3/4, Europe 6.18, Japan 6)
Formerly in North American collection, 1990s. From the collection of a London, UK, gentleman.
