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LOT 0588
Roman Gold Amuletic Pendant Case
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 in. (1.24 grams, 29 mm).
The body facetted with two suspension loops to one edge.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a Cambridge lady, 1990s.
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LOT 0588
Roman Gold Amuletic Pendant Case
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Two Victories
4th century A.D.Estimate: £800 - 1,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £444
The oval intaglio engraved with two winged Victories, facing each other in profile, wearing long garments crossed on the breast like a trabea consularis, both holding a staff-standard with a double forked tip. 1.64 grams, 17 mm
Acquired in the late 1980s-early 1990s. Important North West London collection.
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Roman Glass Flask with Wavy Lines
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £364
Pale green piriform shape with wide double-stepped rim and applied wavy line trail from rim to the body. 86 grams, 75 mm
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.
