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LOT 0692
Roman Coin and Limited Edition Framed Print
3RD CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
19 1/8 x 14 3/8 in. (1.3 kg total, 48.5 x 36.5 cm).
The coin mounted on 22 carat gold foil, framed with an art print signed by the artist David McAllister, depicting scenes of Roman military activity; limited edition number 23/1150. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceUK gallery, early 2000s.
Accompanied by an old certificate of authenticity.
David McAllister's exciting design is a 'one of a kind' work that portrays the might and riches of the Roman civilisation. This limited edition print is a celebration of the award winning artist's lifetime dedication to historical paintings of the ancient world. To enhance appreciation of this rare and historic work, each individual print is signed and numbered by the artist.
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LOT 0692
Roman Coin and Limited Edition Framed Print
Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
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Roman Solid Gold Ring
Circa 3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
With a flat-section, wide hoop and rounded bezel. 3.06 grams, 19.11 mm overall, 16.10 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L, USA 5 3/4, Europe 11.24, Japan 10)
From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s. -
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Roman Hare Gemstone
Circa 2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
Carnelian with intaglio leaping hare with hindlegs extended; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.78 grams, 11 mm
From the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London. -
Roman Bronze Ring with Artemis Bee
Circa 1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £468
With ellipsoid bezel and lateral spurs, incuse image of a bee. 3.54 grams, 22.10 mm overall, 19.43 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18)
From the collection of a High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, UK, gentleman, circa 2000.
The image of the bee was associated with various goddesses in the ancient world including Artemis and Melissa among the Greeks and Mellonia among the Romans.
