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LOT 499
Sold for (Inc. bp): £35,650
ROMAN GOLD NECKLACE AND PENDANT
(Gold, garnet and sapphire, 65 grams, 48 cm.).
(Gold, garnet and sapphire, 65 grams, 48 cm.).
Circa 3rd-4th century AD. A gold necklace comprising a gold trichinopoly band with tubular terminals set with filigree collars and four tear-shaped cabochon garnets, with attachment loops in the form of a round-section bar with recurved and hoop ends set with an openwork filigree annulate with granule detailing; the pendant a free-running hollow biconical tube with applied filigree heart designs and cabochon tear-shaped garnets and sapphires with filigree and granule detailing.
PROVENANCE:
Ex David Lavender collection, Bond Street, London.
LITERATURE:
See Christie's New York Ancient Jewelry catalogue, 11th December 2009.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
