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LOT 1308
Romano-British Celtic Bronze Pig Cosmetic Grinder
1ST CENTURY B.C.-2ND CENTURY A.D.
2 3/8 in. (54 grams, 60 mm).
Modelled in the round with semi-naturalistic detailing, curly tail, coat detailing; recess to back for possible use as a cosmetic grinder.
ProvenanceBritish private collection, acquired between 1994-2015.
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Celtic Bronze Wild Boar
1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £222
Modelled in the round standing on a polygonal base, semi-naturalistic detailing to the head, coat and mane. 54 grams, 53 mm
‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection. -
Celtic Iron Age Bronze Terret Post and Slider Group
1st century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
One terret post comprising a slightly domed rectangular plate and projecting arm with domed terminal, suspension arm below; an eye-shaped slider with punched ring-and-dot motif to centre, suspension arm to reverse. 68 grams total, 32-51 mm
Acquired on the UK market, 1990s. Property of a retired academic. -
Iron Age Celtic Bronze Artefact Collection
Circa 3rd century B.C.-1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £156
Including two artefacts accompanied by Portable Antiquities Scheme records: a La Tene IIb style brooch, 3rd century B.C.; an anthropomorphic strap distributor with one remaining loop dated 1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.; accompanied by five other artefacts, including a fitting with triangular attachment arm and discoid head; enamelled discoid stud; penannular ring or bar; zoomorphic fitting; possible wight with domed upper face decorated with chevrons, pellets and hatched triangles, star motif to the reverse. 77 grams total, 17-43 mm
Found Berkshire, UK. Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report no.BERK-AB8B30 and BERK-33D535.
