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New Kingdom, 1550-1070 BC. A turquoise glazed composition amulet of the djed pillar with loop to each end. 0.26 grams, 20mm (3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired Charles Ede Ltd London sale, January 203 item 25 supplied with a catalogue. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Very fine condition.

Late 1st-2nd century AD. A bronze openwork disc brooch with enamel detailing; the plaque formed as a flat outer ring connected by eight scaphoid spokes to an inner ring and carinated hub; the outer and inner rings with alternating green glass panels and iridescent millefiori inserts, the spokes with blue iridescent glass inserts, the hub with segmented cone of blue and green iridescent glass panels, socket to the apex; hinged pin and catch to the reverse, loop for securing chain to the outer edge. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987 item 1136; Mackreth, D.F. Brooches in Late Iron Age and Roman Britain, Oxford, 2011 vol.2 plate 114 item 14345 for type. 55 grams, 67mm (2 3/4"). Property of a European collector; acquired Europe, 1980s-1990s. Fine condition.

1st century BC-1st century AD. A bronze bust of Minerva with tall crested helmet, cuirass and Gorgoneion to the chest; loop to the reverse. See Boucher, S. Inventaire des Collections Publiques Françaises, Paris, 1971 item 6 for discussion. 110 grams, 78mm (3"). Found Norfolk, UK Fair condition.

1st-2nd century AD. A hollow-formed bronze rein guide comprising: a tubular shaft with flared base and rim, flange above with running scallop detailing, mask of Eros modelled in the half-round; two lateral arms, each a swan's head and neck. See Rolland, H. Bronzes Antiques de Haute Provence, Paris, 1965 item 115 for facial features of Eros. 826 grams, 15cm (6"). Property of a London gentleman; by inheritance from collections of family members. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

2nd century AD. A bronze brooch with barrel-shaped head, curved flat-section bow with enamelled roundels and rectangular recesses to the body, square foot, hinged pin and pierced catchplate to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987 item 944 for type. 7.43 grams, 36mm (1 1/2"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number H16; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

2nd century AD. A bronze disc brooch with field of polychrome millefiori enamel, hinged pin and catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987 item 1037. 6.78 grams, 28mm (1"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number US59; ex Don Lee collection; acquired from Coincraft as advertised in the Phoenix, and accompanied by a Coincraft certificate. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.

2nd century AD. A bronze disc brooch with dentilled rim, central boss with enamelled cells, lug below and pierced lug above, hinge and catchplate to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Ancient and Romano-British Brooches, Sherborne, 1982 item 536. 16 grams, 40mm (1 1/2"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number U14; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

Saite Period, 624-525 BC. A grey glazed composition amulet of a lion crouching on a rectangular base. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 21(d) for type. 6.57 grams, 25mm (1"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Very fine condition.

2nd century AD. A bronze plate brooch of an advancing stag with chamfered edges, pin-lug and fragment of catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Ancient and Romano-British Brooches, Sherborne, 1982 item 166. 11 grams, 38mm (1 1/2"). From a private collection; formed 1965-1975. Fine condition, pin absent.

5th century AD. A glass double balsamarium comprising two parallel tubes joined at the base, each with flared rim and ribbed surface, applied lateral loops to the rim and handle above. Cf. Whitehouse, D. Roman Glass in the Corning Museum of Glass, vol.2 New York, 2001 item 743 for type. 154 grams, 25cm (9 3/4"). From an important London collection, acquired in the 1990s. Fine condition.

2nd century AD. A substantial bronze bridge-type brooch with beast-head finials, hinged pin, inlaid roundels to each end of the bow and raised median panel with enamelled triangles. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985 item 581. 18 grams, 49mm (2"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number Br2; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.

Neolithic, 6th-4th millennium BC. A knapped and polished handaxe in variegated brown flint with convex cutting edge, narrow rounded butt; inked collector's notation 'River Thames below Maidenhead Court, Berks, 1971. SU906835' and sticker marked '73'. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Stone Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain, London, 1897 item 67. 231 grams, 12.5cm (5"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number SA15; ex TimeLine sale 12 February 2015 lot 79; formerly in the Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired Bonham's, sale 18817 lot 226 (part), 13 April 2011; ex Robert Stephen Murray Collection; found river Thames, Maidenhead, Berkshire, UK, 1971 (O.S. Ref: SU 906835); accompanied by a copy of the Bonham's catalogue page and Sir Richard's personal illustrated catalogue sheets which describe the piece fully, giving details and circumstances of his acquisition, academic references and general notes. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. Fine condition.

Upper Palaeolithic, 50000-10000 years BP. A flint handaxe with tapering sides, square edge; old inked notation 'Swanscombe, Kent'. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Stone Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain, London, 1897 item 33. 368 grams, 14.5cm (5 3/4"). Property of an English collector; formerly in the E. S. Gosling collection; collected by his father in the 1970s. Very fine condition.

800-500 BC. A round-section penannular bronze bracelet with butted ends, bands of vertical and diagonal hatching to the outer faces. Cf. MacGregor, A. Antiquities from Europe and the Near East in the Collection of Lord McAlpine of West Green, Oxford, 1987 item 13.16. 81 grams, 76mm (3"). Property of a Cambridgeshire collector; acquired on the UK art market. Extremely fine condition.

2nd millennium BC. A brooch formed as two conjoined bronze wire coils extending to a catch and pointed pin; two additional wire loops. Cf. Hattatt, R. Ancient and Romano-British Brooches, Sherborne, 1982 item 186. 10 grams, 47mm (1 3/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number E5; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.

18th-16th century BC. A small bronze flat axe of flared profile with rounded butt. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881 item 1. 117 grams, 10.5cm (4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number AX15; previously in the Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; accompanied by a copy of the vendor's auction listing and Sir Richard's personal biography. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

1st-2nd century AD. A tinned bronze bow brooch with rectangular headplate, ribbed bow with central roundel, trapezoidal footplate with recessed enamelled La Tène motif; loop above headplate, hinged and catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987 item 819 for type. 15 grams, 52mm (2"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number BF14; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

Late Period, 664-332 BC. A green glazed composition amuletic bead with reserved wedjat to one face, fish to the other. Cf. Flinders Petrie, W.M. Amulets illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, reprinted London, 1994 item 140(c) for type. 1.01 grams, 12mm (1/2"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.

1st-2nd century AD. A bronze hinge-headed enamelled brooch with shallow bow and trapezoidal footplate with panels of enamel ornament; hinged pin and catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985 item 463. 9.79 grams, 47mm (1 3/4"). Property of a private collector; acquired before 1975. Fine condition.

1st century AD. A mixed group of iridescent glass toilet bottle fragments comprising: one with flat-bottom bulb and part of mouth; one with flared mouth, long stem, bulbous body. Cf. Whitehouse, D. Roman Glass in the Corning Museum of Glass, vol.1 New York, 1997 item 247. 39 grams, 66-79mm (2 3/4 - 3 1/4"). Property of a European gentleman living in London; previously from a German collection formed in the early 1980s. [2 No Reserve] Fair condition.

1st century AD. A bronze dragonesque brooch of simplified West Brigantian type with five rectangular enamelled panels to the body, chin connected to the chest forming a holder for the pin, raised oval panel to each end, coiled pin. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987 item 1025. 6.15 grams, 41mm (1 3/4"). Found near Sherringham, Norfolk, UK. Fine condition, colour restored.

1st century AD. A silver bow brooch of kräftige profilierte type with spring to the headplate, deep trapezoidal bow, ribbed arris to the 'knee', knop finial with central pellet; deep catchplate to the reverse; to each end of the head a short chain with stylised leaf finial. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987 item 758 for type. 12 grams, 11.5cm overall (4 1/2"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number KP32; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas Collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Fine condition, bow repaired.

1st century BC-2nd century AD. The upper part of bronze figure of Bacchus with a mantle draped on his left shoulder supporting flowers and grapes, right arm raised, vines and grapes in the hair. Cf. Rolland, H. Bronzes Antiques de Haute Provence, Paris, 1965 item 330. 141 grams, 70mm (2 3/4"). Property of a gentleman; acquired in the late 1960s-early 1970s. The eyes are formed slightly oversize as if intended to be covered with sheet silver. Fine condition.

2nd century AD. A discoid plate brooch with central cup and knop, loop to the rim, enamelled field with six roundels surrounding the centre and arcs to the outer edge; part hinged pin and catch to the reverse. Cf. Mackreth, D.F. Brooches in Late Iron Age and Roman Britain, Oxford, 2011 item 14363. 6.16 grams, 28mm (1"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number U39; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

Late Period, 664-332 BC. A carnelian wedjat amulet pierced transversely. Cf. Flinders Petrie, W.M. Amulets illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, reprinted London, 1994 item 138(p"). 0.53 grams, 9.36mm (1/2"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.

1st-2nd century AD. A gold finger ring comprising an elliptical-section hoop with expanding shoulders, round cell with inset chrysoprase cabochon, intaglio image of Asklepios surrounded by symbols and objects including a wreath, caduceus, spider and others. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991 item 192 for type. 9.96 grams, 24mm overall, 19.38mm internal diameter (approximate size British S 1/2 USA 9 1/4 Europe 20.73 Japan 20) (1"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired by his father in the 1970s; thence by descent. Chrysoprase is a gemstone variety of chalcedony coloured by nickel. Extremely fine condition. A large wearable size.

1st-2nd century AD. A matched pair of bronze harness mounts, each a vertical grid with loop above and stepped slot below, flanked by two C-shaped scrolled elements, all with ring-and-dot detailing to the upper face. Cf. James, S. Excavations at Dura Europos 1928-1937. VII The Arms, Armour and Other Military Equipment, London, 2004 item 329 for type. 124 grams total, 93mm (3 3/4"). Found near York, Yorkshire, UK. [2] Fine condition.

2nd century AD. A gilt-bronze plate brch with running ropework detail to the rim, central cell with blue glass cone, remains of lug and catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985 item 535 for type. 7.26 grams, 24mm (1"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number U29; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

2nd-3rd century AD. A bronze openwork plate brooch formed as four axes; spring, pin and catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Ancient Brooches and Other Artefacts, Oxford, 1989 item 1630. 14 grams, 34mm (1 1/2"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number O9; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

1st century AD. A tinned bronze plate brooch comprising six radiating fronds with incised detailing, five applied bone discs; hinged pin and catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985 item 514. 4.59 grams, 31mm (1 1/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number PB2; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.

2nd century AD. A lozengiform bronze plate brooch with tiered centre, roundel to each angle, central red enamel disc with white centre on a blue and white field with millefiori rosettes. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985 item 559. 7.30 grams, 48mm (2"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number CoP1; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

6th-7th century AD. A mixed bronze burial group comprising: a harness strap junction with parcel-gilt raised concentric lozenges, lobes with studs to the reverse, old collector's label '89.114.54a'; a similar fitting pierced at the centre, to lateral lobes, an adjustable bronze wire child's bracelet, numbered '89.114.36'; a flat annular brooch numbered '89.114.35'; a sub-triangular plaque with row of attachment holes to the long edge, four holes below the apex, number '89.114.18'. Cf. MacGregor, A. & Bolick, E. A Summary Catalogue of the Anglo-Saxon Collections (Non-Ferrous Metals), Oxford, 1993 item 10.31. 41 grams total, annular brooch: 49mm (2"). Property of a London gentleman; formerly in a Mayfair collection; acquired before 1990. [5] Fair condition.

Ur III Period, 2112-2004 BC. A black limestone cylinder seal, a contemporary copy of an earlier seal, with frieze comprising a seated figure in flounced robe facing three robed attendants, objects in the field. See Collon, D. First Impressions. Cylinder Seals in the Ancient Near East, London, 2005 item 156 for type. 5.54 grams, 24mm (1"). Private collection, London, UK; formerly with Persepolis Gallery, Mayfair, London, UK; in the 1980s. Fine condition.

1st-2nd century AD. A bronze phallus pendant with suspension loop to the upper face. Cf. Allason-Jones, L. & Miket, R. The Catalogue of Small Finds from South Shields Roman Fort, Newcastle, 1984 item 3.586. 12 grams, 32mm (1 1/4"). From the collection of a European gentleman living in South London; acquired 1970-1980. Fine condition.

2nd century AD. A silver-gilt brooch, variant of the knee brooch type, with hexagonal-section tube and slot for the pin, curved bow with openwork scroll, transverse ribbed collar, waisted footplate with scooped profile, knop finial, catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987 item 1232 for type. 12 grams, 43mm (1 3/4"). From an old European collection; acquired in Munich in the 1970s. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

8th-9th century AD. A large bronze neck-ring formed as a tapering shank with round-section median section, twisted bands and cruciform-section terminals. Cf. Sedov, V.V. Finno-Ugri i Balti v Epokhy Srednevekoviya, Moscow, 1987 plate CV., item 12. 234 grams, 18cm (7"). From the collection of an East London gentleman; by inheritance; originally acquired 1950s-1960s. Fine condition.

New Kingdom, 1550-1070 BC. A gold ring with round-section penannular hoop, ends forming an axle and coiled about the shank, separate coil to the underside, free-running hexagonal-section crystal bead. Cf. Chadour, A.B. Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994 item 1 for type. 7.60 grams, 27mm overall, 22.69mm internal diameter (approximate size British Z+1 1/2 USA 13 1/4 Europe 31.19 Japan 30) (1"). From a Swiss collection; previously acquired in Norfolk, UK. Fine condition.

Third Intermediate Period, 1069-702 BC. A pale blue glazed composition planoconvex amuletic pendant of the mask of Bes, bearded and with a narrow fillet above the brow. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 15(d"). 1.40 grams, 20mm (3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While studying at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Fine condition.

2nd century AD. A bronze headstud bow brooch with loop and transverse arms, deep bow with enamelled roundel above a band of enamelled lozenges, ribbed foot, hinged pin and catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985 item 420. 19 grams, 52mm (2"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number H10; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

2nd century AD. A bronze discoid plate brooch with dentilled rim and six curved radiating spokes, hinged pin and catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Ancient Brooches and Other Artefacts, Oxford, 1989 item 1626 for type. 10 grams, 35mm (1 1/2"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number O29; formerly in the David winter collection. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.

3rd century BC. A bronze plaque with a high-relief scene featuring a reclining female facing with ribbed mantle to the shoulders, crook supported by the left arm, chignon hairstyle, right arm extended to a bowl of fruit(?) on the right knee; body supported by a monstrous bearded head with open mouth; goat in the field beneath a beehive, bull above the bowl; one square and one round hole for attachment pegs. [A video of this lot is available on the TimeLine Auctions website] Cf. head of Odysseus of Sperlonga in Kjellberg, E. & Säflund, G. Greek and Roman Art 3000 BC to AD 550 London, 1968 item 98. 112 grams, 83mm (3 1/4"). From the collection of a European gentleman living in South London; acquired 1970-1980. Fine condition.

15th century AD. A gold finger ring comprising a facetted D-section hoop, expanding shoulders, octagonal bezel with beaded border, capital 'I' with crown above, flowers to the sides, 'Λ'  below. [A video of this lot is available on the TimeLine Auctions website] Cf. Chadour, A.B. Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994 item 609. 12 grams, 25mm overall, 20.98mm internal diameter (approximate size British W 1/2 USA 11 1/4 Europe 25.66 Japan 24) (1"). Property of a central London collector; acquired from a large private collection formed in the 1980s. Accompanied by a positive X-Ray Fluorescence metal analysis certificate. Very fine condition. A very large wearable size.

2nd century AD. A bronze equal-ended plate brooch, lozengiform with median ropework rib, inset glass roundel to the outer angles, hinged pin and catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Ancient Brooches and Other Artefacts, Oxford, 1989 item 1591. 7.39 grams, 42mm (1 3/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number EE13; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Extremely fine condition.

5th century AD. A glass double balsamarium comprising two parallel tubes joined at the base, each with flared rim and ribbed surface, applied lateral loops to the rim and handle above. Cf. Whitehouse, D. Roman Glass in the Corning Museum of Glass, vol.2 New York, 2001 item 743 for type. 108 grams, 17.5cm (7"). Private collection, North London; acquired in the early 1990s. Fine condition, small repair to handle.

2nd millennium BC. A Sompting Type socket axehead with loop and distinctive double crescentic ridged decoration. Cf. Schmidt, P.K. & Burgess, C.B. The Axes of Scotland and Northern England, Prähistorische Bronzefunde, Ab.IX, vol.7 Munich, 1981 pl.103 item 1612. 250 grams, 10.5cm (4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number AX65; ex DNW sale, 10 March 2013 lot 742 (part); found Ramsgate, Kent, before 1980. The raised decoration is quite shallow on this example. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Fair condition, chipped.

2nd century AD. A bronze brooch comprising a transverse arm and D-shaped headplate with dentilled edge, three ring-and-dot motifs; right-angled bow with raised flanges, median slot, lateral wings with ring-and-dot motifs; flared discoid foot with stud beneath; hinged pin to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985 item 470 for type. 35 grams, 61mm (2 1/2"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number Kn24; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. The lateral wings and a recessed bow are unusual features for knee brooches as is the large size. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Very fine condition; catchplate absent, pin set open. Rare.

1st-2nd century AD. A bronze phallus pendant with suspension ring to the rear. Cf. Allason-Jones, L. & Miket, R. The Catalogue of Small Finds from South Shields Roman Fort, Newcastle, 1984 item 3.586. 7.45 grams, 26mm (1"). From the collection of a European gentleman living in South London; acquired 1970-1980. Fine condition.

5th century AD. A D-section bronze hoop with expanding ribbed shoulders, discoid plaque with raised rim enclosing a low-relief image of two robed figures facing each other. See Oman, C.C. Victoria and Albert Museum Catalogue of Rings, reprinted Ipswich, 1993 item 206 for type. 9.74 grams, 28mm overall, 22.95mm internal diameter (approximate size British Z+2 1/2 USA 13 3/4 Europe 32.01 Japan 30) (1"). From an import collection of finger rings; acquired late 1990s-2010. Fine condition. A large wearable size.

8th-5th century BC. A very large bronze brooch comprising a square-section bow with two coils attached to a round-section arm with spiral ribbing to the head, bulbous collar, s-curved catch and discoid plaque to the foot. Cf. Hattatt, R. Ancient and Romano-British Brooches, Sherborne, 1982 item 197. 172 grams, 25.5cm (10"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number E1; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. Fine condition, repair to bow.

Ptolemaic Period, 332-30 BC. A pale blue glazed composition amuletic figure of a bound captive kneeling on a rectangular base with head turned and arms straight at the sides. Cf. Flinders Petrie, W.M. Amulets illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, reprinted London, 1994 item 60(b) for type. 2.62 grams, 24mm (1"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

1st-2nd century AD. A silver statuette of the goddess Cybele, seated on a throne with tall headdress, tympanum supported by her left hand, lion sitting at her side. Cf. Rolland, H. Bronzes Antiques de Haute Provence, Paris, 1965 item 148 for type. See Vermuele, C. Greek and Roman Sculpture in Gold and Silver, for a discussion of statues in precious metals. 15 grams, 35mm (1 1/2"). Property of a London gentleman; formerly the property of a Surrey gentleman, acquired 1970s. The polos crown, tympanum and lion by her side identify this figure as the goddess Cybele, an extremely ancient deity who originated in Anatolia, and whose worship would spread across the Roman Empire as one of the Mystery Religions. Her main temple was at Pessinus, Anatolia, now modern day Turkey. Here the goddess was worshipped in the form of a large block of stone, believed to be a meteorite, and her original ancient name would appear to be Kubaba, meaning 'Mountain Mother'. Her worship was adopted by Greek colonists in Asia Minor from where it would spread to mainland Greece in the sixth century BC. In Rome, Cybele was known as Magna Mater (Great Mother"). The Roman State adopted and developed a particular form of her cult after the Sibylline oracle recommended her conscription as a key religious component in Rome's second war against Carthage. Roman mythographers reinvented her as a Trojan goddess, and thus an ancestral goddess of the Roman people by way of the Trojan prince Aeneas. With Rome's eventual hegemony over the Mediterranean world, Romanised forms of Cybele's cults spread throughout the Roman Empire. A temple was dedicated to the goddess on the Palatine Hill close to the Imperial palace, and she also had a major shrine on the Vatican Hill close to the hippodrome of Caligula, present day site of the Vatican City. Her cult was associated with eastern exoticism and most notably the eunuch priests who served the goddess, and as such was often looked upon with suspicion by conservative Romans; the Senate banned any Roman male from joining her priesthood. However, her worship proved extremely popular and continued to flourish well after the adoption of Christianity as the state religion. Fine condition, right arm and part of tympanum absent.

1st century AD. A bronze Z-formed dragonesque brooch with enamelled cells to the body, loop and panel with raised median bar to each finial, chin attached to the chest, coiled pin. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985 item 608. 7.32 grams, 43mm (1 3/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s, collection number DB10; found Willerby, North Yorkshire, UK. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. Fine condition.

1st-2nd century AD. A matched pair of bone cuboid dice with ring-and-dot markings arranged 1:6 2:3 4:5. Cf. Allason-Jones, L. & Miket, R. The Catalogue of Small Finds from South Shields Roman Fort, Newcastle, 1984 item 2.82 for type. 11 grams total, 14mm (1/2"). Property of a Surrey collector; acquired in the early 1970s. [2 No Reserve] Fine condition.

4th century AD. A large bronze crossbow brooch with two holes to the transverse arm, three onion-shaped knops with points, thick bow with band of engraved hatching, rectangular footplate with ring-and-dot motifs, chamfered lateral panels; catchplate to the reverse, pierced with bronze wire. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985 item 505 for type. 82 grams, 88mm (3 1/2"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number C10; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

Late Period, 664-332 BC. A pale blue glazed composition plano-convex amuletic plaque of Duamutef standing with sceptre; holes to ends and underside. Cf. Flinders Petrie, W.M. Amulets illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, reprinted London, 1994 item 182(h"). 7.50 grams, 52mm (2"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Very fine condition.

1st century BC-1st century AD. A bronze brooch with a flat-section bow with integral catchplate, hinged pin forming a pincer with the bow's extension; punched pellets, saltires and incised lines. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987 item 1271. 13 grams, 75mm (3"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number US4; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Fine condition. Scarce.

2nd century AD. A bronze disc brooch comprising an applied bone facing with ribbed border, central green glass(?) dome; spring, pin and catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987 item 1028 for type. 13 grams, 36mm (1 1/2"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number U32; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. Fine condition. Very rare.

1st century AD. A bronze bow brooch of Aucissa type with deep bow, chamfered sides, rectangular collar with two recesses and incised chevron above, tapering foot with ledge finial, substantial hinged pin and catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985 item 306. 18 grams, 70mm (2 3/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number E67; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.

2nd century AD. A bronze plate brooch with tiered square central section, enamelled panel to the apex, four radiating arms; each a pelletted band and enamelled cells; hinged pin and catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Ancient Brooches and Other Artefacts, Oxford, 1989 item 1586 for type. 7.62 grams, 41mm (1 3/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number L1; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Very fine condition. Scarce.

2nd century AD. A bronze plate brooch with tiered finials, tinned D-section centre, hinged pin and catch to the reverse. Cf. Mackreth, D.F. Brooches in Late Iron Age and Roman Britain, Oxford, 2011 item 11668 for type. 6.74 grams, 33mm (1 1/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number EE11; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.