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LOT 0599
Roman Glass Artefact Collection
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3/8 - 1 in. (32 grams total, 9-27 mm).
Including aqua glass stopper with knop handle, plano-convex spindle whorl with iridescent surface and other items; probably used as counters in boardgames. [7, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent.
Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet(s) with reference nos.A70, A99, & A118.
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Roman Aqua Glass Bowl
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
Broad and squat with dimple base and applied foot, stepped rim with carination; rim restored. 90 grams, 11.4 cm
From the collection of David Donlan (1947-2025), a dedicated and lifelong collector with a passion for the ancient world and the natural sciences, forming his collection from 1960s onwards, using many reputable dealers across the United Kingdom, including the well-regarded Coincraft and The Parthenon Gallery. -
Romano-British Bronze Bearded Bust
England, 1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Modelled in the round appliqué with short hair and trimmed beard, shoulders tapering 34.1 grams, 33 mm
Found UK. Recorded with UKDFD no.51072. -
Eastern Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Stag
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
Ellipsoid in plan with an incuse profile stag with legs folded beneath the body. 0.32 grams, 10 mm
Property of a European gentleman, acquired from the estate of a London collector (formed before 2000).