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LOT 0737
Roman Gilt Bronze Plate Brooch
CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (3.06 grams 31 mm).
Of piriform shape, central vertical rib; complete with pin and catchplate to reverse. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired from York Antiques Centre.
Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Gary Edwards.
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Roman Gemstone with Lion
Circa 2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £150
Of truncated conical form, the agate stone engraved with a prancing male lion facing right, one front leg and tail raised; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 1.79 grams, 14 mm
Acquired on the European art market in the late 1960s-early 1970s. -
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Roman Silver Animal Collection
1st-4th century A.D. and laterEstimate: £700 - 900 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £389
Comprising: a mouse nibbling food; a rooster standing on a base; a standing bird, possibly a cockerel; a standing eagle; a sinuous feline standing on a slender base; a lion modelled couchant, with geometric detailing. 41 grams total, 14-32 mm
‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection. -
Roman Pale Green Glass Unguentarium
1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
Piriform in shape with a cylindrical neck and everted rim; remains of iridescence. 46 grams, 12 cm high
Acquired 1969-1999. From the private collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, thence by descent.
