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LOT 0772
Roman Gold Earring Pair
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
5/8 in. (2.80 grams total, 16 mm each).
Each a hoop and disc plaque, one with filigree wreath to the border. [2]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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London, UK, art market, 1980s. Private collection, London, UK. -
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Discoid plate brooch with concentric rings to the tondo, central cell with blue glass insert, intaglio image of a bird with one wing raised and head reversed; pin-lug and catch to reverse. 13.8 grams, 31.7 mm
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Roman and Other Green Glass Bead Necklace String
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A mixed group of polychrome beads with a small metal pendant; restrung. 10.23 grams, 39.2 cm
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