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LOT 0836
Roman Green Glass Melon Bead Collection
LATE 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER
3/8 - 3/4 in. (91 grams total, 9-18 mm).
Including variously sized beads, many with iridescent surfaces. [30]
ProvenanceUK gallery, early 2000s.
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Roman Bronze Crouching Frog
1st-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
Modelled in the round with naturalistic detailing, spotted detailing to the body. 12.9 grams, 27 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. -
Roman Deep Blue Glass and Other Bead Necklace String
1st century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £111
Mainly composed of restrung beads of various shades of blue, including oblate and other types. 8.28 grams, 54 cm long
UK gallery, early 2000s. -
Roman and Other Mixed Bead Group
1st millennium A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £91
Comprising a range of bead types in different materials, including decorated examples. 93 grams total, 3-29 mm
Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a Ruislip, UK, gentleman, by inheritance.