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LOT 0679
Roman Legionary's Grave Goods
1ST CENTURY A.D.
3/8 - 13 3/4 in. (418 grams total, 1.1-35 cm).
Suite of military fittings including a large part of a bent gladius, Polden Hill type brooch, belt plate with scrolls to the loop, various buckles and armour attachments for lorica segmentata. [24]
ProvenanceFrom a West Country collection, 1940s.
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Early Roman Marbled Pottery Dish
1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £780
With raised rim to base and fared sidewall, carination to the rim. 79 grams, 82 mm
Ex West Country specialist collection of Roman pottery, UK, 1990s. -
Bronze Roman Coin and Framed Limited Edition Print
3rd century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £33
The coin of Constantine the Great (272-337 A.D.) mounted on 22 carat gold foil, framed with an art print signed by the artist David McAllister, depicting scenes of Roman military activity; limited edition number 192/1150. 1.26 kg, 49.5 x 37.5 cm
UK gallery, early 2000s. Accompanied by a previous certificate of authenticity.
David McAllister's exciting design is a 'one of a kind' work that portrays the might and riches of the Roman civilisation. This limited edition print is a celebration of the award winning artist's lifetime dedication to historical paintings of the ancient world. To enhance appreciation of this rare and historic work, each individual print is signed and numbered by the artist. -
Roman Ribbed Terracotta Jar with Handles
1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
With rounded base and broad sloped shoulder, low neck and lateral strap handles, bands of impressed rouletting. 596 grams, 18 cm wide
From a family collection mostly formed in the 1940s-1950s, thence by descent.
