Loading, please wait...
LOT 0668
Roman Lead Gaming Dice
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (9.82 grams, 12 mm).
Tabular in form with 1 and 6 impressed points on the broad faces; other numbers to the narrow edges. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
TimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
-
Roman Bronze Prancing Lion Statuette
1st-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £715
Modelled in the round with the tail laid along the spine, collar to the neck and crest between the pricked ears; tongue protruding to form a loop against the chest, possibly from a handle; mounted on a display stand. 226 grams total, 13 cm including stand
Acquired from Bath Antiques Centre, 1990s; and inspected and verified by Robert Knox of the British Museum. From the private collection of a Somerset gentleman. -
Roman Enamelled Bronze Phallic Seal Box Lid
Circa 2nd century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Teardrop-shaped in plan with a low-relief phallic motif, glans hollow to accept enamel. 6.16 grams, 38 mm
Ex London, UK, gentleman's collection, 1990s. -
Roman Highly Iridescent Glass Bottle
Circa 1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £208
With a domed body and a pontil base, a tall neck with trumpet-shaped mouth and rolled rim; some iridescence. 37 grams, 16.3 cm
From an important collection of glass, London, UK, 1990s.