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LOT 0968
Roman Silver 'SPES BONA' Crossbow Brooch
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
2 3/8 in. (14.4 grams, 60.6 mm).
Collared onion knop finials, deep keeled bow inscribed to the side 'SPES BONΛ' for good hope, the words separated with foliate scrolls, similar motifs to the other side, a band of linear decoration to the top of the bow; short foot with volute scrolls.
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
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From the private collection of H.L., Rhineland, Germany, since before 2000. Ex TimesAncient, Bristol, UK. Accompanied by a copy of a previous catalogue entry and old handwritten collector's ticket. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato. -
Roman Bronze Phallic Dagger Quillon
1st-2nd century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
With a rectangular plaque with central void, phallus to one short edge and a stylised fist to the other. 25.5 grams, 55 mm
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4th century A.D.Estimate: £600 - 800 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £333
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