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LOT 0729
Roman Gold Pendant
1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (0.83 grams, 21 mm).
Composed of a gold sphere with granule cluster below, ribbed shank and suspension loop with filigree borders; hollow-formed. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceWith Persepolis Gallery, Mayfair, London, UK; in the 1980s.
Ex private collection, London, UK.
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Roman Silver Animal Collection
1st-4th century A.D. and laterEstimate: £700 - 900 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £389
Comprising: a mouse nibbling food; a rooster standing on a base; a standing bird, possibly a cockerel; a standing eagle; a sinuous feline standing on a slender base; a lion modelled couchant, with geometric detailing. 41 grams total, 14-32 mm
‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection. -
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Roman Gemstone Group
Circa 1st-2nd century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £247
Composed of carnelian and possibly garnet polished stones, each bearing a different intaglio design: a figure holding a staff; figure standing holding a cornucopia and wearing a floor-length robe, possibly Fortuna; short, helmetted figure, possibly Mars; figural scene composed of a central seated female wearing a helmet, possibly the goddess Minerva, two attendants to either side; each accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 2.88 grams total, 9-14 mm
Ex property of a European lady living in London; from her father's family collection formed before 1978. -
Roman Gold and Garnet Pendant
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
Displaying a polished garnet cabochon on a discoid setting, ribbed tubular suspension loop above. 0.15 grams, 8 mm
Acquired 1970-2010. Collection of a late Japanese gentleman.
