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LOT 1151
Western Asiatic Openwork Gold Ring
CIRCA 4TH-6TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.98 grams, 16.47 mm overall, 14.90 mm internal diameter (approximate size British E 1/2, USA 2 1/2, Europe 3, Japan 3)).
Composed of a round-section hoop and bowtie-shaped bezel with openwork filigree front and back face, central pellet to front face.
ProvenanceAcquired 1970-2010.
Collection of a late Japanese gentleman.
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Achaemenid Silver Feline Brooch Pair
6th-4th century B.C.Estimate: £600 - 800 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £325
Each composed of a plano-convex bow, balustered arms with one knop-style head and one curved catchplate, round-section pin with coiled wire collar, bow decorated with the addorsed forequarters of two felines with stylised markings and facial features. 22.3 grams total, 30 mm each
Fine condition.
Acquired before 1983. Ex London gallery, 1990s. -
Judaean Stone Shekel Weight
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £156
Oblate in profile with recess to the upper face. 156 grams, 49 mm
Ex Simmons gallery, London, UK. From a North London collection, 1990s. -
Western Asiatic Mixed Bead Group
1st millennium B.C. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £65
A mix of Asian, African, faience, terracotta, stone and shell beads. 70 grams total, 2-18 mm
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