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LOT 0817
Romano-Egyptian Silver Snake Bracelet
30 B.C.-323 A.D.
2 3/4 in. (28 grams, 71 mm).
Slender D-section shank with median gusset, each end an undulating curve, piriform head with incised eyes.
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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Opening Bid: £120
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Roman and Other Blue Glass Bead Necklace String
1st-4th century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £72
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Roman White and Orange Glass Ring with Amber Inlay
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With J.Bagot Ancient Art, Barcelona, Spain. The Nico F.Bijnsdorp Collection (NFB 282), acquired from the above, 4 June 2013. Acquired on the English art market.