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LOT 0792
Roman Red Jasper Gemstone with Hermes
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/4 in (0.12 grams, 7.32 mm).
With intaglio winged Hermes holding the caduceus; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Roman Glass Flask
3rd-4th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £56
Squat in profile with trumpet-shaped neck and mouth, rolled rim, dimple base. 93 grams, 78 mm
From a London, UK, collection of glass, 1970-2000s. -
Roman Glass Handled Jar
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
With a dimpled base, bulbous body with a carinated flange to the neck and a broad mouth, applied lateral handles. 59 grams, 76 mm wide
Private collection, 1990s-early 2000s. -
Roman Bronze Ligula Spoon
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Swan-necked tapering handle with spike finial, a scooped shallow bowl. 10.7 grams, 16 cm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
