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LOT 0723
Roman Silver Dolphin Terminal
1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (7.2 grams, 25 mm).
Modelled with a raised tail and stylised anatomical features; mounting knop to base. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of an EU gentleman formed in the 2000s.
Acquired on the UK market.
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Roman Bronze Mouse Collection
1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £1,200 - 1,700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £600
Modelled with semi-naturalistic detailing either standing or crouching, each nibbling at food held between their forepaws. 212 grams total, 25-64 mm
‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection. -
Roman Carnelian Gemstone Intaglio with Standing Minerva
2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £260
Oval-shaped and polished, bearing an incuse figure of the goddess Minerva standing right, wearing a helmet and holding a spear. 0.57 grams, 13 mm
Ex private collection, 1980s. Acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s. -
Roman Blue Glass and Other Mixed Bead Group
Circa 1st century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £33
A restrung designer necklace composed of graduated glass beads of various shades of blue, including annular, barrel-shaped, spherical and other types. 16 grams, 60 cm long
Fine condition.
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.