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LOT 0698
Roman Deep Blue Glass Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
14 3/8 in. (7.01 grams, 36.5 cm).
Restrung designer necklace string of oblate and other types with annular pendant centrepiece. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceLondon, UK, collection, 2000s.
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Roman Silver Ring with Mars Gemstone
2nd-3rd century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £91
With D-section hoop expanding at the shoulders to snake's heads supporting oval bezel with indented sides; later large agate intaglio engraved with a standing figure of Mars (Ares) wearing a Corinthian helmet and holding spear and shield. 12.92 grams, 26.20 mm overall, 16.92 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H, USA 3 3/4, Europe 6.18, Japan 6)
Property of a private collector; acquired before 1975. -
Roman Glass Candlestick Unguentarium
1st-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
Comprising a low conical body and slightly convex wall, dimple base; tall cylindrical neck flaring to mouth with inward-folded rim; slightly iridescent surface. 58 grams, 17.5 cm
From an important London collection of glass, 1990s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
This kind of toilet bottle was called ‘candlestick unguentarium’ by the academics due to the shape of its neck. They are especially found in Roman Egypt (Karanis class XIII.A.I.). -
Roman Bronze and Iron Ring Group
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
Comprising four rings, including one with a conical glass insert. 15.07 grams total, 19-24 mm
From a Dunmow, UK, collection; formed from 1970.