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LOT 0580
Roman Enamelled Bronze Brooch Collection
2ND CENTURY A.D.
3/4 - 1 3/4 in. (39 grams total, 19-45 mm).
Mixed group including a bird plate brooch, disc brooch, knee brooch and other types. [5, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Wiltshire, UK.
Property of a Durham, UK, gentleman.
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Roman Crystal Gemstone with Galley
Circa 1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Estimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
With intaglio ship under sail with banks of oars; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.94 grams, 14 mm
From the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London. -
Roman Gold Pendant with Garnet
Circa 4th-5th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £286
Ribbed loop supporting a discoid plaque with beaded wire rim, inset garnet cabochon. 0.20 grams, 8.46 mm
From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s. -
Roman Terracotta Jar
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
With globular profile and broad everted rim, roughened circumferential banding to the shoulder. 896 grams, 17 cm wide
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.