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LOT 1076
Roman Glass Gem with She-Wolf
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.76 grams, 12.01 mm).
With intaglio lupa she-wolf on a pedestal; 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 Black Gemstone with Jupiter
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
With intaglio Jupiter holding his sceptre, eagle by his feet; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.52 grams, 10.61 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Bronze Oil Lamp with Horse-Head Handle
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £1,000 - 1,400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £500
Squat in profile with broad discus, rounded nozzle, thick basal ring; arched handle with trefoil reflector and horse-head finial, pierced at the mouth to accept reins (absent). 246 grams, 95 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s. -
Roman Astragalus Bronze Knuckle Bones Gaming or Oracle Piece
Circa 1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Model of a bovine astragalus with lead infill. 11 grams, 21.2 mm
From the Colin Narbeth collection, 1990s.
