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LOT 0155
Roman Mosaic Glass Beads
1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (6.36 grams total, 12-14 mm).
Each barrel-shaped with millefiori patterns in red, white, blue and yellow. [2]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of Mr K.A., acquired in the 1980s.
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LOT 0155
Roman Mosaic Glass Beads
Estimate £700 - 900€810 - 1,040 (for guidance only)$950 - 1,220 (for guidance only)
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From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s. -
Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp with Victory
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Very flat lamp with lateral scrolled lugs, short nozzle, discus with low-relief figure of Victory with a wreath. 76 grams, 78 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s. -
Roman Gold Ring with Insect Gemstone
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With broad rounded shoulders, inset banded agate gemstone with intaglio ant motif. 5.27 grams, 23.40 mm overall, 18.36 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H, USA 3 3/4, Europe 6.18, Japan 6)
Formerly in North American collection, 1990s. From the collection of a London, UK, gentleman.
