Loading, please wait...
LOT 0895
Roman Ornate Bone Hair Pin with Snake-Head Terminal
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
5 in. (3.01 grams, 12.8 cm).
With tapering shank and bulb finial carved to represent a snake's head, [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1980s-2010.
Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985.
Accompanied by a typed and laminated identification card.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
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.
LOT 0895
Roman Ornate Bone Hair Pin with Snake-Head Terminal
Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
-
Roman Redware Oil Lamp
4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
Low profile lamp with lug handle and short stub nozzle; group of eight annulets to the shoulder; old collector's label. 134 grams, 12.7 cm
Ex Rheinland collection, before 2000. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato. -
Roman Silver Child's Ring with Gemstone
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
With lap-jointed hoop, sloped shoulders, inset jasper stud. 2.92 grams, 20.04 mm overall, 14.39 mm internal diameter (approximate size British D 1/2, USA 2, Europe 1.78, Japan 1)
From the collection of a London antiquarian, formed since the 1980s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato. -
Roman Cameo of Minerva
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £1,800 - 2,400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,000
Ellipsoid agate plaque with bust of Minerva in the half-round wearing a Corinthian helmet tilted back on her head, braided hair, peplos dress. 4.91 grams, 31 mm
Acquired on the UK art market. Private collection, London, UK. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12521-231989. This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.