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LOT 0590
Roman Steelyard and Other Weight Group
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 - 1 3/8 in. (478 grams total, 24-34 mm).
A group of various weights comprising three biconical steelyard weights each with the remains of the iron loop, a barrel-shaped weight with five dots to one end, and a tabular-shaped weight with three large stamped dimples to one fate surface. [5, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Rodings, Essex, UK.
Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985.
Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK.
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Roman Coin and Limited Edition Framed Print
3rd century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £13
A Roman coin mounted on 22 carat gold foil, framed with an art print signed by the artist David McAllister, depicting scenes of Roman military activity; limited edition number 174/1150. 1.25 kg, 37 x 50 cm
Essex gallery, early 2000s.
David McAllister's exciting design is a 'one of a kind' work that portrays the might and riches of the Roman civilisation. This limited edition print is a celebration of the award winning artist's lifetime dedication to historical paintings of the ancient world. To enhance appreciation of this rare and historic work, each individual print is signed and numbered by the artist. -
Roman Glass Unguentarium
2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
A blue glass unguentarium with a piriform body and long tubular neck with flanged rim; some iridescence to surfaces. 71.8 grams, 12 cm
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
Roman Phallic Pendant
2nd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
A copper-alloy phallic pendant with stylised anatomical detailing, integral suspension loop above. 11.4 grams, 37 mm
Acquired before 2000. From the collection of a European gentleman living in the UK.
