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LOT 0847
Romano-Gaulish Samian Ware Sherd Group with Makers' Stamps
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
2 1/2 - 6 in. (464 grams total, 6.4-15.2 cm).
Including sherds of rim and base, with impressed marks such as 'GEN.ITOR' and others, two collector's cards. [7, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a late East Anglian teacher and antiquarian who retired to the Isle of Wight in Hampshire, UK.
He amassed a large collection of objects between the 1960s-1980s.
Accompanied by two old handwritten collection display cards.
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LOT 0847
Romano-Gaulish Samian Ware Sherd Group with Makers' Stamps
Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
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Orange Glass Intaglio
Roman, 3rd-4th century A.D. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £124
The banded glass imitating banded agate; intaglio scene composed of a crowned figure standing right, holding a cornucopia and wreath, an eagle standing beside. 2.61 grams, 19 mm
From an early 20th century collection, Caernarfon, North Wales, UK.
The gem appears to represent Zeus with a cornucopia on his right arm and a crown in his left hand, with the eagle, his symbol, at his feet. The eagle has its head turned back, and stands looking up towards him. -
Roman Gold Ring with Portrait Gemstone
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £286
Comprising a slender hoop and rectangular bezel, inset intaglio engraved with a male profile bust. 0.95 grams, 18.52 mm overall, 15.67 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H 1/2, USA 4, Europe 6.81, Japan 6)
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
Roman Bronze Steelyard Weight
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
Formed as a female bust with stola and tunic, braided hair dressed in a chignon; transverse ribbing above the flat base, pierced lug forming part of the hairstyle. 22.5 grams, 33 mm
Found Wiltshire, UK, before 1974.
