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LOT 0738
Roman Decorated Silver P-Shaped Bow Brooch
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
2 1/8 in. (7.68 grams, 55 mm).
Comprising an elliptical-section bow with D-shaped chord decorated with herringbone pattern, spring extending to the pin; tapering foot with catch to the reverse; top of catch extended to a wire coiled about the lower bow [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
Cf. Hattatt, R., Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987, item 1260, for type.
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LOT 0738
Roman Decorated Silver P-Shaped Bow Brooch
Sold for (Inc. bp): £182
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Comprising a triangular plaque with a teardrop-shaped cell set with a turquoise-coloured glass cabochon, granulated edge and three applied granule clusters, loop-and-hook closure. 1.04 grams, 27.6 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Twice Life-Size Roman Bronze Statue Big Toe
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £598
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Eastern Roman Agate Amuletic Seal with Inscription
Circa 3rd-4th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Comprising a domed upper face and gently sloping walls, the underside with two opposing figures on a baseline, holding an object, with the inscription 'WPEOP' beneath the figures. 3.9 grams, 18 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
