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LOT 0730
Roman Gemstone and Glass Pendant Collection
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/8 - 5/8 in. (4.35 grams total, 10-17 mm).
Comprising: a fragment of a glass pendant with impressed image of an advancing lion, crescent moon above; a conical agate intaglio with a profile of theatre mask; an oval carnelian intaglio with a dove holding an olive branch; a jasper intaglio with standing Asclepius holding a snake-staff. [4, No Reserve]
ProvenanceNorfolk family collection, 1940s-1960s; thence by descent.
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Roman Bronze Bow Brooch
2nd century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £40
With chord and pin (now detached) at the head, D-section bow with lateral spurs, collar and swept foot with notched detailing, bulb finial, catch to the reverse. 26.6 grams, 54 mm
Ex important German collection, 1990s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
This type of fibula, common in Pannonia, was typically worn in men's clothing. It closed the paenula on the chest, arranged horizontally. Naturally, it could also be worn with military attire. -
Large Roman Glass Bangle with Ribs
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
Flat-section annular bangle with diagonal ribbing to the outer face. 34 grams, 79 mm
From the private collection of the late Mr S.M., 1969-1999. -
Roman Bronze Brooch Group
1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Comprising four bow brooches, each retaining much of the pin. 20.6 grams total, 33-67 mm
From a Dunmow, UK, collection; formed from 1970.
