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LOT 0946
Roman Green Glass Bangle Pair
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
2 7/8 in. (23 grams total, 72-75 mm).
Each plano-convex in section in green glass with striated surface. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market in the late 20th century A.D.
From the private collection of the late David King (1940-2024), Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, UK.
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Roman Silver Military 'Use This with Good Fortune' Belt Mount Group
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Group of belt fitting comprising: kidney-shaped buckle with tongue and square plate with studs; 'amphora-type' strap end with pierced and split upper end; silver letter-shaped plaques each with attachment studs to reverse: 'E' x 3, 'F', 'I', 'L', 'R', 'V', 'X' with suspension loop at the lower ends of the pars; the group may be assembled to read 'U[t]ere Felix' (use [this] with good fortune'. 63 grams total, 24-46 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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Circa 2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
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Roman Heliodore Gemstone with Mars
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
With intaglio standing figure of Mars holding a shield and spear, supporting a victoriola on his outstretched hand; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.52 grams, 12.27 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
