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LOT 0802
Roman Silver Earring Pair
CIRCA 1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (2.91 grams total, 18-20 mm).
Each composed of a tapering ear hoop and domed discoid plaque over a horizontal bar; one incomplete. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market.
Property of a Ruislip, UK, gentleman, by inheritance.
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Roman Bronze and Silver Brooch Collection
Circa 2nd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £286
Exhibiting a range of brooch types, including openwork and zoomorphic brooches together with other types, most featuring decorative elements; one complete. 148 grams total, 23-81 mm
Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a Ruislip, UK, gentleman, by inheritance. -
Large Roman Bronze Millefiori Mount
Circa 2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £260
Discoid in form with chamfered side edge and mounting lug to reverse centre, decorated with concentric circles populated with red and blue enamelled square cells. 12.9 grams, 42 mm
Found near Great Walsingham, Norfolk, UK, circa 2005. -
Roman Bronze Ring with Palm Branch
1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
Integral ellipsoid bezel, incised frond motif. 5.65 grams, 21.09 mm overall, 16.79 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L 1/2, USA 6, Europe 11.87, Japan 11)
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.
