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LOT 0715
Roman Period Bronze Dress Pin Group
CIRCA 1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
2 3/4 - 7 1/2 in. (85 grams total, 6.9-19 cm).
Comprising complete and incomplete examples with decorative finials including birds, vessels, a human head and other forms. [6, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market.
Property of a Ruislip, UK, gentleman, by inheritance.
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Roman Gold Earring Pair with Green Glass and Pearl Drops
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £598
Each composed of an ear hoop with hook-and-eye closure, rectangular box setting inlaid with green glass, faux ropework flange, two chain link dangles below featuring pearl beads. 3.15 grams total, 29 mm each
From the collection of a Cambridge lady, 1990s. -
Roman Glass Cotton-Reel Type Bottle
1st century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £40
A heavy squat unguentarium or perfume flask with tall, trumpet-style neck and everted rim. 20.2 grams, 42 mm
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
Late Roman Silver-Gilt Triangular Belt Mount with Lions
4th-5th century A.D.Estimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
The borders with spiral motifs and running lions, a hole in each corner for fastening pins. 8.97 grams, 60 mm
Acquired early 1990s. From an East Anglian private collection.
By the second half of the 4th century, broad Roman military belts were decorated with chip-carved mounts and plates. The fittings were realised by punching or by chip carving different patterns and motifs.
