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LOT 0845
Roman Iron Ring with Gemstone
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (5.59 grams, 23.23 mm overall, internal diameter 11.8x15.38 mm (approximate size British F, USA 2 3/4, Europe 3.67, Japan 3)).
discoid bezel with intaglio scene of figure wearing a helmet and pleated robe sitting on a rock beneath a tree with a spear resting on one shoulder, altar behind him flaming vessel, post with armour and shield.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
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Roman Bronze Hand Weight
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
Right hand in relaxed stance with gently curled fingers, socket to rear for attachment. 7.9 grams, 23 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s. -
Roman Bronze Ring with Stag
1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Lentoid bezel with intaglio figure of a deer recumbent on a baseline. 1.33 grams, 17.70 mm overall, 15.36 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J, USA 4 3/4, Europe 8.69, Japan 8)
UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a London gentleman. -
Roman Bronze Valve Water Spout with Head of a Lion
3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Modelled as the head of a lion with curly mane and swept back ears, a short spout projecting from the open mouth; vertical socket to accept the tap attachment. 99.4 grams, 50 mm
Acquired in the mid 1980s-1990s. Private collection, Switzerland, thence by descent. Private collection, since the late 1990s.
The design of ancient Roman water valves is remarkably similar to the modern plug valve design. The design fit well with the water pressure design of the lead piping which was designed for low water pressure applications. Having water piped to a house was considered a luxury and was an indication of the social status of the house owners.
