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LOT 0790
Roman Terracotta Jar
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
7 3/4 in. (1 kg, 19.5 cm).
Fusiform in profile with broad carinated mouth, slightly flared base. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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Roman and Other Mixed Glass Bead Group
1st-4th century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £130
Mainly spherical, drum-shaped, annular and other types, including some 'trade wind beads'. 160 grams total, 2-12 mm
From the private collection of the late Mrs Belinda Ellison, a long time member of the Egyptian Exploration Society, c.1940-2020. -
Roman Iridescent Glass Unguentarium
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
Tall and slender iridescent vessel with bulb to the base and flared rim. 7.47 grams, 10.5 cm
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
Roman Silver Spoon with Handle
5th-6th century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
Shallow piriform bowl attached to a stepped baluster, square-section handle with knop finial. 39 grams, 18.8 cm
Ex London, UK, gallery, 1971-early 2000s.
Cochlearia like this one have been discovered in treasure hoards. They were used in Christian times for administration of the Holy Communion. The absence of Christian symbolism or of a Christian inscription on this spoon might suggest that it dates from a pre-Christian era, or that its owner/commissioner was pagan, or simply that this spoon was intended for domestic use.
