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LOT 0721
Roman Gemstone Group
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/8 - 1/2 in. (3 grams total, 8-12 mm).
Including advancing rear legs of a lion, profile bust, Minerva with spear and other types; each supplied with a museum-quality impression. [10, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Romano-Celtic Bronze Statuette of the God Apollo
2nd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £286
Depicted nude and wearing a quiver on his back, the strap for the quiver indicated by stamped roundels, detailing on the abdomen. 29.7 grams, 66 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Yellow Glass Trefoil-Mouthed Jug
1st-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £350 - 450 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £180
With a piriform body and applied trail collar, flared neck with applied trail pinched into a pouring spout; strap handle; dimpled base with applied foot. 44 grams, 11.2 cm
From a specialist collection of glass, acquired from dealerships during the 1990s. -
Roman Imperial Military Iron Ring with Burnt Agate Gemstone with a Helmetted Warrior
1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £572
Comprising a slender D-section hoop expanding at the shoulders, oval bezel set with an intaglio of a young soldier wearing a crested helmet, either Minerva or Roma. 6.30 grams, 25.14 mm overall, 19.63 x 16.97 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P, USA 7 1/2, Europe 16.23, Japan 15)
UK private collection, acquired on the English market in the 2000s.