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LOT 0813
Roman Gold Earring Pair
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.95 grams total, 12-13 mm).
Each a flat-section band with hook-and-eye closure. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceIan Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985.
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Roman Carved Cameo of a Female
Late 2nd century A.D.Estimate: £300 - 400 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £150
Ellipsoid in plan with reserved female profile portrait bust, the hair dressed in a chignon. 0.64 grams, 13 mm
Acquired in the mid 1980s-1990s. From the family collection of Mr S.A., Switzerland, thence by descent. Private collection since the late 1990s. -
Roman Bronze Phallic Pendant
1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Modelled as an elongated phallus with lateral testis, integral suspension loop above. 10 grams, 36 mm
UK private collection before 2000. On the UK art market. Property of a London gentleman. -
Roman Finely Ribbed Iridescent Glass Jar
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £650
Comprising an iridescent glass tubular body with vertical ribbing reminiscent of an architectural column, narrow flat shoulder, funicular mouth with folded rim. 40 grams, 95 mm
Ex property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s.
