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LOT 0878
Roman Glass Gem with Fortuna
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
5/8 in. (1.37 grams, 15.61 mm).
Biconvex in profile with intaglio Fortuna standing holding a cornucopia beside a nude male; 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 Gold Ring with Carnelian Gemstone with Bust of a Goddess
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £20,000 - 30,000 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £10,000
Hollow-formed shank and bezel with inset cloison intaglio profile of a female bust with a diadem, inspecting a jewel hung around her neck. 9.46 grams, 29.95 mm overall, 19.70 x 17.34 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16)
Private collection, acquired on the German art market in 1992; thence by descent. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13181-249302.
The gem motif represents a deity, most probably Aphrodite-Venus, although we cannot exclude less important divinities, such as Flora or a nymph. -
Roman Bead Earring Pair
1st-3rd century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £104
A matched pair formed of an undulating tubular gold-in-glass bead with a doughnut-shaped black bead below; a modern hook and bar with bead. 2.03 grams total, 42 mm each
Acquired by present owner circa 2001. Property of a West Northamptonshire, UK, gentleman. -
Roman to Post Medieval Coin and Artefact Group
1st-17th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
Including a belt-hanger and other items, coins of Vespasian, Henry III, Elizabeth I, James I, Charles I and others. 32 grams total, 13-51 mm
From a private Suffolk, UK, collection.
