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LOT 0796
Roman Iron Stylus with Eraser
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
5 1/8 in. (16.7 grams, 13 cm).
Sturdy round-section shank with flattened eraser terminal, the other end with a tapering point. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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Roman Blue Glass Bead Necklace String
1st-4th century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £39
Restrung designer necklace string of tubular, oblate and other types with a modern Indian polychrome centrepiece. 20.38 grams, 43 cm
London, UK, collection, 2000s. -
Roman Gold Earring Pair
1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £455
Matched pair, each hoop with hook-and-eye closure, filigree wound round the shank, wire dangle. 3.92 grams total, 21 mm each
Acquired on the UK art market before 2000. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman. -
Published Romano-British Tinned Bronze Lion Brooch
Circa 2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £286
Plate brooch formed as a leaping lion, with raised tail and detailed face, notched edge to mane and tail; spring, pin and catch to reverse. 7.87 grams, 42 mm
Acquired on the UK art market in the 1980s. From an East Anglian private collection.
The lion brooch of flat metal in low relief shows remarkable uniformity of artistry, technique, workmanship and construction with Eagle and Hare brooches. Both categories can be dated to the 2nd century A.D. and both have typically Celtic craftsmanship within minimal simple lines. They were probably a product of Romano-British workmanship
