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LOT 0634
Roman Glass Gem with Bears
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.59 grams, 12.43 mm).
With intaglio combat scene between two bears; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Altar
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
With intaglio altar; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.37 grams, 10.15 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Glass Bottle
3rd-4th century A.D.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £83
Mould-blown bottle comprising a flat-based tubular body and short neck with returned flange rim. 94.2 grams, 14 cm
From an important London collection of glass, 1990s.
Most of similar examples of Roman bottles have been found in the Eastern Mediterranean. Earliest examples have been found in Roman Lusitania (Pombalinho-Santarem). The type lasted until the 4th century A.D. (Samaria-Sebaste, Israel). -
Roman Bronze Crossbow Brooch
4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
With onion-knop finials, gusset to the bow, chamfered sections to the foot, hinged pin to the reverse. 47.5 grams, 78 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
