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LOT 0583
Roman Silver Ring with Gemstone
3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 in. (11.64 grams, 28.34 mm overall, 21.27 mm internal diameter (approximate size British I 1/2, USA 4 1/2, Europe 8.07, Japan 7)).
The hoop expanding at the shoulders with fluting, set with an octagonal intaglio gemstone displaying a gryllos. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
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Roman Bronze Ring with Eros Riding a Dolphin Gemstone
2nd century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £83
With inset burnt white stone cloison. 9.42 grams, 20.30 mm overall, 13.82 x 16.27 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H, USA 3 3/4, Europe 6.18, Japan 6)
Fine condition.
Acquired 1970's. Ex UK collection. Property of a Portsmouth, UK gentleman. -
Roman 'Thames' Bone Gaming Piece and Pottery with Graffiti
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £208
Comprising: a Samian ware fragment bearing graffiti to one face; a polished, coin-shaped bone gaming counter engraved 'XIIIX'. 38 grams total, 1.7-9 cm
Found Billingsgate spoil from the Thames foreshore, London, UK. -
Roman Redware Sherd with Racing Charioteer
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £312
The fragment with a curved profile, raised borders to the upper and lower edges, the charioteer depicted in relief. 24 grams, 72 mm
Acquired 1960s-1990s. From the late Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister.
