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LOT 0810
Roman Gemstone and Glass Intaglio Collection
CIRCA 2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/4 - 1/2 in. (2.70 grams total, 8.49-13.58 mm).
Comprising: potter at his wheel; amphora; 'ICBL' legend; stooping figure; bird in flight; horse in profile; each supplied with a museum-quality impression. [6, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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AUCTIONS:
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Roman Gold Ring with Garnet Cabochon
3rd-4th century A.D.Estimate: £700 - 900 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £350
Comprising an openwork rosette bezel with interstitial pellets between the petals, central cell with inset garnet cabochon. 2.55 grams, 22.48 mm overall, 17.72 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M 1/2, USA 6 1/4, Europe 13.09, Japan 12)
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Roman to Post Medieval Coin and Artefact Group
1st-17th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
Including a belt-hanger and other items, coins of Vespasian, Henry III, Elizabeth I, James I, Charles I and others. 32 grams total, 13-51 mm
From a private Suffolk, UK, collection. -
Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp
2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
Discoid in plan with stub nozzle, rosette to the discus and radiating bars to the shoulder, incised circle to the underside. 83 grams, 81 mm
From a collection of lamps from a late Scottish gentleman, 1970-1990s.
