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LOT 0903
Roman Openwork Military Belt Mount Group
2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 1.8 - 1 3/8 in. (13.2 grams total, 28-35 mm).
Each with a trapezoidal frame and openwork design: one a coiled triskele, the other a lozenge with cruciform spurs; from a military belt. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceProperty of the vendor's grandfather, thence by family descent, circa 1985.
From the private collection of a New York, USA gentleman
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Roman Silver Eagle and Lamb Mount
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £416
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Roman Bronze Silenus Mount
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Opening Bid: £175
Mask of Silenus modelled in the half-round with curly hair and luxuriant beard; hollow to the reverse. 31.5 grams, 36 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
