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LOT 0728
Roman Glass Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
14 1/2 in. (9.52 grams, 37 cm).
Composed of graduated green beads in various shapes, restrung to a Y-shape. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s.
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Roman Bronze Ring with 'may he live' Inscription
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With scrolled shoulders, ellipsoid bezel, low-relief inscription 'VIVA[T]' (may he live). 2.73 grams, 19.43 mm overall, 15.22 mm internal diameter (approximate size British I 1/2, USA 4 1/2, Europe 8.07, Japan 7)
UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a London gentleman.
