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LOT 1013
Roman Gold Ring with Glass Inlay
CIRCA 1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (1.23 grams, 20.17 mm overall, 17.94 x 16.63 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)).
Round-section hoop with a discoid bezel set with a black glass bead, accompanied by a label reading 'Roman Gold Finger Ring. Wearable gold ring inset with a glass bead. 1st/2nd century AD'.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a gentleman born in the late 19th century, formed 1940s-1970s.
From an old Staffordshire family collection; thence by descent.
Accompanied by an old identification ticket.
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LOT 1013
Roman Gold Ring with Glass Inlay
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£150 (EUR 174; USD 203) +BP*
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Roman Stone and Glass Gem Collection Including Bust of Caracalla
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Including profile bust of Caracalla, erotes, an eagle, goddess Athena, a female bust, and other types; each supplied with an impression. 4.5 grams total, 8-16 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Bronze Phallic Pendant
Circa 1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £60 - 80 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Curving pendant formed as a slender phallus with lateral testes, a large suspension loop above. 2.93 grams, 29 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Stone and Glass Gem Collection
2nd-3rd century A.D. or laterEstimate: £120 - 170 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Including pelta motif, herm, profile bust and other types; some supplied with a museum-quality impression. 6.45 grams total, 7-15 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.