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LOT 0939
Roman Mosaic Stone Tesserae Group
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1/4 - 1/2 in. (344 grams total, 8-14 mm).
A mixed group of two hundred and fifty single tesserae of various colours and sizes, mainly cuboid [250, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000.
From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent.
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Late Roman Glass Pendant with Profile Bust
Mid 4th-early 5th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Discoid in plan with pierced lug above, impressed profile bust with pointillé hair; repaired. 1.47 grams, 24 mm
Collected from 1970-1999. From the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK. -
Roman Cobalt Blue Glass Bottle
1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £975
With broad body and dimpled base, swept curve shoulder and tapering neck, everted rolled rim. 12.1 grams, 63 mm
UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a London gentleman. -
Roman Bronze Steelyard Balance with Severed Celtic Head Weight
1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £247
Comprising a round-section arm with pierced lug finial, notches to the upper face, suspension ring, counter weight formed as stylised head with gaping mouth and bowl-cut hair. 86 grams, 11.8 cm
From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent.
