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LOT 0884
Roman 'Yorkshire' Bronze and Lead Gaming Dice Group
2ND-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 - 1 5/8 in. (36.9 grams total, 12-16 mm).
Comprising one cuboid dice with markings disposed 1:6, 2:5, 3:4; one rectangular block with sprue to one end, surface abraded. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound whilst searching with a metal detector in Yorkshire, UK.
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Late Roman Rosso-Antico Thumb Pestle
3rd-6th century A.D.Estimate: £1,800 - 2,400 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £750
Red marble pestle or grinding tool, the handle formed as a thumb with knuckle and nail detailing; old collector's label '2' to underside. 312 grams, 12 cm
Ex private collection, Mrs L.S., 1980s. Acquired from the above, 1999. Private European collection. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12096-218201.
Mainly used by medical staff for grinding ingredients such as medicinal compounds, cosmetics and culinary spices. -
Roman Tinned Bronze Plate Brooch Complete with Appliques
Circa 2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £182
Formed as six radiating triangles with incised leaf detailing, interstitial applied bone discs, central raised collar with bone disc insert; complete with pin and catchplate to verso. 9.1 grams, 40 mm
Acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s. Property of a Stowmarket, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Artefact Group
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Including lead weights, acorn finial, Colchester-type bow brooch and other items. 547 grams total, 7-53 mm
Found Cambridgeshire, UK.
