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LOT 0829
Roman to Medieval Bronze Ring Group
1ST-16TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 - 1 in. (57.7 grams total, 19-26 mm).
Comprising twelve rings of different types and sizes, some with an incuse motif on the bezel. [12]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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Roman Glass Bottle Collection
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
Including a miniature amphora with ribbed collar to the neck and other types. 81 grams total, 84-98 mm
with Archaeologia, Switzerland, before 1983. Ex private North American collection. London private collection, 2016. -
Roman Gold Ring with Emerald Gemstone
3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,170
Comprising a rectangular-section hoop and steep scooped shoulders rising to a rectangular bezel, inset emerald cabochon. 4.04 grams, 24.52 mm overall, 17.00 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L 1/2, USA 6, Europe 11.87, Japan 11)
Acquired from Bertolami Fine Arts Ltd, Addlestone, UK, auction 66, no.500. From a private Tyneside collection, formed since the early 2000s. Accompanied by a copy of the original Bertolami invoice. -
Roman Iridescent Glass Flask
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £221
Aqua glass drum-shaped jar with everted rim and rounded base. 34.58 grams, 70 mm
Acquired Christie's, London, Antiquities, Works of Art and Important Renaissance Bronzes, Plaquettes and Limoges Enamels, 8 July 1981, no.617 (part). From a private Wiltshire, UK, collection. Accompanied by a copy of the relevant Christie's catalogue pages.
