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LOT 0628
Roman Terracotta Vessel Collection
CIRCA 1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 - 2 1/8 in. (78 grams total, 34-54 mm).
Comprising a small chalice-shaped vessel with tall foot and three shallow miniature platters. [4, No Reserve]
ProvenanceProperty of a UK gentleman, acquired in the 1970s.
Property of an East Sussex, UK, gentleman.
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Roman Gold Ring with Serapis Gemstone
1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,300
Hollow-formed with inset carnelian gemstone engraved with a profile bust of Serapis above a perching eagle flanked by fronds, possibly a marriage. 3.15 grams, 26.98 mm overall, 13.22 mm internal diameter (approximate size British D, USA 1 3/4, Europe 1.15, Japan 1)
Acquired early 1990s. Ex private American collection; thence by descent. Private Swiss collection since 1998. -
Roman Iridescent Glass Vase with Chequered Pattern
1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £300 - 400 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £150
With a rounded body decorated with a lozenge 'net' motif, broad flared neck, kick-up to base; extensive iridescence, repaired. 49 grams, 11 cm high
Acquired early 1990s. Ex private American collection; thence by descent. Private collection since 1998. -
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Roman Gemstone with Youth Fighting a Multi-Headed Serpent
Circa 3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £585
A young man trampling and spearing a multi-headed beast; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.17 grams, 16 mm
From the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London.
