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LOT 0743
Roman Redware Jar
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
9 1/2 in. (2.2 kg, 24 cm high).
A bulbous redware jar with short neck and everted rim; rim chipped.
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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Opening Bid: £750
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Roman Gold Ring with Fish Gemstone
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,170
A hollow-formed gold finger ring with inset glass intaglio of two fishes placed tête-bêche; the astrological symbol for the Pisces constellation. 6.11 grams, 26.55 mm overall, 20.73 mm internal diameter (approximate size British W 1/2, USA 11 1/4, Europe 25.6, Japan 24)
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Roman Ring with Nubian Bust Cameo
2nd century A.D.Estimate: £4,500 - 6,500 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £2,500
A gold finger ring with granules flanking an ellipsoid cell containing an onyx cameo facing bust of a Nubian with dressed hair executed in the half-round. 7.53 grams, 28.75 mm overall, 20.36 mm internal diameter (approximate size British V, USA 10 1/2, Europe 23.77, Japan 22)
Fine condition.
Acquired 1970-1990. Ex property of a deceased lady. Accompanied by scholarly note TL05452 by Dr Ronald Bonewitz. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.114494-195582.
