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Click here to subscribe1st-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.
1st century AD. A bronze brooch of Langton Down type with hollow transverse head, sprung pin, vertical shank with parallel ribbing, openwork catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987 item 770. 5.54 grams, 39mm (1 1/2"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number E62; 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.
4th century BC. A very large bronze ring with square-section hoop, flared shoulders, discoid plaque with intaglio of Orpheus(?) standing with his lyre. Cf. Marshall, F.H. Catalogue of the Finger Rings, Greek, Etruscan and Roman, in the Department of Antiquities, British Museum, London, 1907 item 50. 17 grams, 30mm overall, 24.14mm internal diameter (approximate size British Z+5 1/2 USA 15 Europe 35.71 Japan 34) (1 1/4"). Property of a European gentleman living in the UK; formerly in a private collection formed in the 1990s. Fine condition. A very large wearable ring.
13th-15th century AD. A mixed group of bronze harness pendants comprising: a quatrefoil plaque with loop, heater shield with surrounding fleur-de-lys motifs, shield with bend and three flowers (attributed to Ranulph de Ryther); a quatrefoil plaque with reserved image on a red enamel field, bowman behind a tree and stag with an arrow in the neck; a heater shield with suspension lug, bend cotised between six lions rampant, remains of enamel, (arms of the de Bohun family"). Cf. Woodcock, T., Grant, J. & Graham, I. Dictionary of British Arms - Medieval Ordinary, vol.2 London, 1996; Ashley, S. Medieval Armorial Horse Furniture in Norfolk, East Anglian Archaeology 101 Dereham, 2002 item 81. 38 grams total, 37-45mm (1 1/2 - 1 3/4"). Ex Stratford collection, Suffolk, UK; acquired on the UK art market after 2000. The shield with bend and three flowers has been attributed to Ranulph de Ryther, but these arms in various combinations of colours are given fore Berwick, Cary, Lyn and Rushworth (Woodcock, Grant & Graham vol.4 item 31"). [3 No Reserve] Fine condition, one loop absent.
6th-7th century AD. A gold plaque earring comprising a suspension wire and coiled catch, crescentic plaque with panels of openwork filigree and granulation, cells with carnelian, glass, and turquoise cabochons. Cf. Wamser, L. Die Welt von Byzanz - Europas Östliches Erbe, München, 2004 item 612 for type. 5.97 grams, 47mm (2"). Property of North West London gentleman; acquired from a London collector in the late 1990s; previously in a private collection formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s. Fine condition.
3rd-4th century AD. A tiered lozenge-section penannular brooch with returned trumpet terminals, round-section spike pin. Cf. Mackreth, D.F. Brooches in Late Iron Age and Roman Britain, Oxford, 2011 item 3554 and discussion in vol.1 p. 214. 39 grams, 51mm (2"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number Pe12; formerly in the Don Lee 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] Extremely fine condition. Scarce.
2nd century AD. A large bronze bow brooch with flat-section bow and headplate with notched edges and seven punched points, saltire above a narrow foot with knop finial and catch to the reverse, hinged pin to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985 item 406 for type. 17 grams, 78mm (3"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number E66; 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 Dynasty, 1550-1292 BC. A green glazed composition date palm leaf amulet with applied loop. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 65(d"). 0.47 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. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
Saite Period, 624-525 BC. A pale blue glazed composition amulet of Shu kneeling with raised hands, on a D-shaped base with dorsal pillar. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 11(d"). 1.89 grams, 27mm (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. Fine condition.
14th century AD. A bronze heater-shaped harness pendant with red enamelled field, reserved three lions passant gardant and cadency label. Cf. Ashley, S. Medieval Armorial Horse Furniture in Norfolk, East Anglian Archaeology 101 Dereham, 2002 , item 51. 15 grams, 45mm (1 3/4"). Ex Stratford collection, Suffolk, UK; acquired on the UK art market after 2000. The arms are those of the king of England, with a cadency mark over them: a horizontal bar with three vertical lines, called a 'label' and denoting the eldest son. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
10th-11th century AD. A knife comprising of a bronze tubular handle with engraved interlaced geometric design and a slender iron blade. Cf. Sedov, B.B.: Finno-Ugri i Balti v Epokhi Srednevekovija, Moscow, 1987 pl.XII, item 11. 80 grams, 17.3cm (6 3/4"). Property of a professional collector; acquired before 1990. Very fine condition, professionally cleaned and conserved. Very rare.
2nd century AD. A tinned bronze plate brooch, lozengiform with vertical median line, split lobed ends, central recess with inset bronze bead; hinged pin and catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985 item 508. 3.02 grams, 32mm (1 1/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number L13; 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.
Late 16th century AD. A substantial Tudor D-section gold hoop with reserved foliage on black enamel field, scrolled capital to each shoulder and initials 'A' and 'N', the plaque a fluted hexagon with disc, legend to the perimeter '+DYE TO LYVE' and disc with '+BEHOLD.THE.END' surrounding a white enamel skull in three-quarter view. [A video of this lot is available on the TimeLine Auctions website] Cf. Oman, C.C. British Rings 800-1914 London, 1974 item 85(B"). 17 grams, 26mm overall, 22.07mm internal diameter (approximate size British Z, USA 12 1/2 Europe 29.12 Japan 28) (1"). From an important private London, SW1 jewellery collection collection; acquired in the 1990s. Accompanied by a positive X-Ray Fluorescence metal analysis certificate. Very fine condition. A large wearable size.
15th century AD. A silver-gilt finger ring with D-section underside and incised slash detailing, scooped shoulders and plaque with raised median rib; plaque with incised heart motifs. Cf. Oman, C.C. British Rings 800-1914 London, 1974 item 22B. 6.92 grams, 24mm overall, 19.92mm internal diameter (approximate size British U, USA 10 Europe 22.52 Japan 21) (1"). Property of a London gentleman; formerly in a private Hampshire collection. Very fine condition, usage wear. A large wearable size.
2nd century AD. A bronze headstud bow brooch with D-section body and lateral arms, saltire panel with hatched edges above three enamelled lozenges, vertical hatched band, cupped foot; hinged pin to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987 item 944. 17 grams, 43mm (1 3/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number H9; 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 formed as a labrys double-edged axe with enamelled(?) stem and enamelled roundel on each blade; hinged pin and catch to the reverse. Cf. Mackreth, D.F. Brooches in Late Iron Age and Roman Britain, Oxford, 2011 item 7875 for type. 10 grams, 35mm (1 1/2"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number AxB6; 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.
Third Intermediate Period, 1069-702 BC. An ochre glazed composition male head amulet with loop to the reverse. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 70(f"). 1.15 grams, 18mm (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 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. number of items [No Reserve] Fine condition.
2nd-3rd century AD. A D-section gold hoop with flared shoulders, rounded plaque with inset carnelian cloison, intaglio clasped hands (mane in fede) motif. Cf. Chadour, A.B. Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994 item 351 for type. 4.46 grams, 18mm overall, 11.57 x 15.25mm internal diameter (approximate size British I, USA 4 1/4 Europe 7.44 Japan 7) (3/4"). Property of a London gentleman; formerly in an old German collection. Fine condition.
4th century AD. A bronze crossbow brooch with facetted transverse arms, three rounded knops (two with disc collar), narrow bow with rilled outer face and collar to the lower end, parallel-sided footplate with chamfered edges, raised rib detailing, finial with recesses, hinged pin and catchplate to the reverse. Cf. Mackreth, D.F. Brooches in Late Iron Age and Roman Britain, Oxford, 2011 item 10495. 57 grams, 79mm (3 1/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number C37; 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.
5th century AD. A large gilt-bronze harness pendant, bell-shaped with slot to the upper end, beast-heads to the lateral edges, median raised rib, scrolled detailing to the lower edge; two rows of punchmarks, each a triangle containing three pellets and a separate pellet to the apex. Cf. MacGregor, A. & Bolick, E. A Summary Catalogue of the Anglo-Saxon Collections (Non-Ferrous Metals), Oxford, 1993 item 25.6 for type. 24 grams, 63mm (2 1/2"). Property of a Yorkshire gentleman; found by his grandfather during ground working in the 1950s; thence by descent. Very fine condition, slight bend to centre.
2nd century AD. A substantial silver knee brooch with transverse barrel containing the spring with bands of rilled detailing, voided bow with scooped upper edge and vertical panels, waisted lower body with facetted foot and knop finial, extended catch to the reverse with reinforcing panel. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987 item 1232. 24 grams, 32mm (1 1/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number Kn16; 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. Extremely fine condition. Rare.
3rd-4th century AD. A gilt-bronze crossbow brooch with facetted crossbar, three facetted knops with ribbed collars, shallow bow with ribbed outer face, rectangular footplate with chamfered edges and ribbed median panel and scrolled foot, catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985 item 502. 24 grams, 55mm (2 1/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number C9; 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, lacking pin.
4th-5th century AD. An iridescent glass jar with dimple base, bulbous body, broad flared mouth with rolled rim. Cf. Whitehouse, D. Roman Glass in the Corning Museum of Glass, vol.1 New York, 1997 item 626. 44 grams, 75mm (3"). Property of a European gentleman living in London; previously from a German collection formed in the early 1980s. Very fine condition.
2nd century AD. A bronze bridge-type plate brooch with D-section balustered finials, central rectangular panel with polychrome enamelled detailing, remains of catch and pin to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985 item 582. 21 grams, 63mm (2 1/2"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number Br1; 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.
. A 500 carat group of tumble-polished tourmaline pieces, principally of green but also with some blue and red, from Brazil. See Bonewitz, Dr. Ronald Louis, Rocks & Minerals, 2008 p.288-289. 108 grams, 7mm average (1/4"). From a historic ‘Victorian Museum’ collection; from the stock of Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (1981-2014); formerly with Gregory, Bottley & Co. (1932-1981) and previously with J. R. Gregory & Co. (1898-1932); originally in the collection of the famous James Reynolds Gregory (1858-1898"). This item is part of a historic collection of fossils and minerals which has recently been reviewed by leading geological expert Dr. Ronald Bonewitz. The firm Gregory, Bottley and Lloyd (Gregory's), was acquired by TimeLine Auctions in 2016. London-born James Reynolds Gregory (1832-1899) founded the company, which is the second longest-running gem and fossil dealership in the world. James was educated at Archbishop Tennison's School, and afterward found employment in a jewellery company on Regent Street. In 1858 he established his own business in King William Street. A few years later he moved to ‘very extensive premises’ in Golden Square, Covent Garden. He was one of the best known dealers in London, exhibiting at major commercial shows throughout the world and winning awards for excellence in Paris in 1867 Sydney in 1879 and London in 1862 1883 and 1884. James primarily bought his stock at auction, from collectors and other dealers, and supplied many major collectors and scientists of his day. He built superb personal collections, a selection going to the British Museum. He wrote many papers and was a member of several learned societies including the Society of Arts. The business became known as J.R. Gregory & Company in 1896 still under James' management with the assistance of his son Albert Gregory (b.1864"). When James died three years later, the business passed to Albert. At the end of the 19th century most London dealers had folded or retired, many selling out to J.R. Gregory & Co. Albert continued by acquiring Russell and Shaw (Est. 1848) in 1925 and Francis H. Butler (Est. 1884) in 1927. Percy Bottley (1904-1980) took over the company in 1931 renaming it Gregory, Bottley & Company with respect to his predecessors. Percy’s company survived the 2nd World War by buying out all of its competitors, including the supplier to Pitt-Rivers, Samuel Henson (Est. 1840) and G.H. Richards (Est. 1897) in 1936. Percy also added many important collections to his stock including those of Rev. F. Holmes in 1940 and the Graves collection in 1943. Following Percy's death in 1981 the business was sold to Brian Lloyd, whereupon it became Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd. Brian had been Sotheby’s main Natural History expert in the 1960s and 1970s, and subsequently traded from Pall Mall. The business continued to thrive, and Brian purchased the Joseph Neeld (1789-1856) collection in 1974 and the historic gold collection of H.S. Gordon, first exhibited at the Empire Exhibition, South Africa in 1936. Brian moved the business to 12-13 Rickett Street in 1982 and to 13 Seagrave Road in 1993. He carried on the company's specialization in historic collections, most recently acquiring that of Robert Ferguson (1767-1840) in 2000. The business moved to Walmer in Kent in 2008 and was acquired by TimeLine in April 2016. Trading History Est. 1858 (59 Frith Street, Soho) 1859 - 1861 (3 King William Street, Strand) 1862 - 1866 (25 Golden Square, Covent Garden) 1866 - 1874 (15 Russell Street, Covent Garden) 1874 - 1895 (88 Charlotte Street, Fitzroy Square) 1896 - 1906 (1 Kelso Place, Kensington) 1907 - 1926 (139 Fulham Road, Chelsea) 1926 - 1981 (30 (Old) Church Street, Chelsea) 1982 - 1993 (12-13 Rickett Street, Fulham) 1993 - 2007 (13 Seagrave Road, Fulham) 2007 - 2015 (59 Liverpool Road, Walmer, Kent) 2015 - 2017 (363 Main Road, Harwich, Essex) [No Reserve] Extremely fine condition.
22nd-19th century BC. A Migdale Type straight-sided flat axe with thin curved butt, facet to the blade with slightly convex cutting edge; decorated with 'rain pattern' (vertical strokes) to both faces. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881 item 19; Schmidt, P.K. & Burgess, C.B. The Axes of Scotland and Northern England, Prähistorische Bronzefunde, Ab.IX, vol.7 Munich, 1981 p.35. 438 grams, 15.5cm (6"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number AX3; previously in the Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired Valued History, 2006; formerly with Simon Camm; reportedly found Banffshire, Scotland in the 19th century; accompanied by Sir Richard's personal illustrated catalogue sheets which describe the piece fully, give 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; butt chipped.
16th century AD. A silver flat-section hoop with detailing of buckle, tongue, holes and keeper. See Oman, C.C. British Rings 800-1914 London, 1974 item 751 for type. 3.59 grams, 23mm overall, 19.51mm internal diameter (approximate size British T, USA 9 1/2 Europe 21.26 Japan 20) (1"). Property of North West London gentleman; acquired from a London collector in the late 1990s; previously in a private collection formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s. Fine condition.
20th-18th century BC. A carved haematite cylinder seal with a male deity seated on a throne, left hand holding a cup, in the upper register an eight-pointed star of Ishtar in a solar disc with a crescentic moon below, a standing worshipper accompanied by a Lama goddess, three columns of inscription: 'Rim-ia, son of Sin-nakab, servant of Adad'. Cf. Collon, D. First Impressions. Cylinder Seals in the Ancient Near East, London, 2005 item 157. 17.87 grams, 24mm (1"). From an important collection of seals formed in the late 1970s and early 1980s; the property of a London gentleman. This seal is accompanied by a professional hand-written translation and transliteration note. Very fine condition.
2nd-3rd century AD. A tinned bronze plate brooch formed as two La Tène trumpet motifs with scrolled detailing; hinge and catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Ancient Brooches and Other Artefacts, Oxford, 1989 item 1626. 11 grams, 45mm (1 3/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number SS4; 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.
9th-11th century AD. A penannular hoop of gold rods twisted around each other, tapering and butted to the rear. Cf. Oman, C.C. British Rings 800-1914 London, 1974 item 12(C) for type. 5.04 grams, 27mm overall, 22mm internal diameter (approximate size British Z, USA 12 1/2 Europe 21.75 Japan 26) (1"). Property of a gentleman; acquired in the 1970s. Fine condition. A large wearable size.
10th-12th century AD. A group of two miniature bronze spoons comprising of: one with shallow leaf-shaped bowl and round-section decorated handle; one with shallow round-section bowl and flat decorated handle; both pierced for suspension. Korshun, V.E. Yazcheskye Priveski Drevnei Rusi X-XIV Vekov, volume I, Moscow, 2012 item D.3.04. 10.21 grams total, 67-75mm (2 1/2 - 3"). Property of an American collector; acquired 1980-2000. [2 No Reserve] Fine condition.
10th-12th century AD. A flat bronze pendant of a bird with wide ribbed tail and decorated body, possibly a cockerel; pierced with suspension ring. Cf. Sedov, B.B. Finno-Ugri i Balti v Epokhi Srednevekovija, Moscow, 1987 pl.VIII, item 7. 2.12 grams, 30mm (1 1/4"). Property of an American collector; acquired 1980-2000. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
1st-2nd century AD. A bronze T-shaped bow brooch with curved ledge for the spring, arched bow with ropework detailing, raised panels to the reverse above and below, spring, pin and catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985 item 385. 18 grams, 58mm (2 1/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number TS1; 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.
Third Intermediate Period, 1069-702 BC. A green carved stone wedjat amulet. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 46(g"). 0.47 grams, 11mm (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] Extremely fine condition.
3rd century AD. A gold ring with D-section hoop and flat expanding fluted shoulders, scroll detailing to the plaque, central cell with inset nicolo. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991 item 211. 17 grams, 27mm overall, 20.92mm internal diameter (approximate size British W 1/2 USA 11 1/4 Europe 25.66 Japan 24) (1"). From a home counties collection; formed 1970-1980. Very fine condition. A large wearable size.
1st century BC-1st century AD. A bronze figurine comprising a horse with one raised foreleg, extended tail, collar to the neck, upright mane, rider with tunic flared to the saddle, extended left hand raised right hand with central void. Cf. Rolland, H. Bronzes Antiques de Haute Provence, Paris, 1965 item 107 for horse posture. 33 grams total, 54mm (2 1/4"). From the Haley collection, Halifax, UK; acquired on the UK art market. [2] Fine condition.
Third Intermediate Period, 1069-702 BC. A white glazed composition amulet of Bastet in cat form sitting on a rectangular base, studs to the chest, loop behind the shoulders. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 28(f"). 1.18 grams, 21mm (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 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 BC-1st century AD. A bronze flat-ring terret of the Iceni with incised borders, knop to the inner void. Reported to Erica Darch (Norfolk FLO), October 2004 (with TE3 and TE4), Portable Antiquities Scheme with reference number NMS-30AC24; accompanied by copies of the PAS report and official PAS drawings. Portable Antiquities Scheme Annual Report 2004/05 Fig. 29 p.30 and p.32; accompanied by a copy of the annual report pages. 43 grams, 72mm (3"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number TE3; found Castle Rising, Norfolk, UK; in 1994. Dr Hutcheson says of this object: 'It is not a terret similar to any other currently known…a decorative item of horse paraphernalia…no parallels for this artefact'; accompanied by a copy of Dr Hutcheson's report dated 4th November 2004. 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. Excessively rare, possibly unique.
7th century BC. A Sompting Type socketted axehead with loop and distinctive double crescentic ridged decoration, large bulbous collar, panel to each face with raised ribs denoting flanges, short blade with slightly convex cutting edge; sturdy lateral loop. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881 items 130, 144; Moore, C.N. & Rowlands, M. Bronze Age Metalwork in Salisbury Museum, Salisbury, 1972 item 48; Schmidt, P.K. & Burgess, C.B. The Axes of Scotland and Northern England, Prähistorische Bronzefunde, Ab. IX, vol. 7 Munich, 1981 item 1592. 316 grams, 12cm. (4 3/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK, formed since the 1970s; collection number AX55 previously in the Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired Vickery Antiquities Shop, UK; accompanied by a copy of the vendor's auction listing, original invoice, and Sir Richard's personal illustrated catalogue sheets which describe the piece fully, give details and circumstances of his acquisition, academic references and general notes. See also two variants of South-Eastern Type axes, Schmidt & Burgess pl.85 no.1280 (Worthing Variant) and No.1287. 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. Very fine condition.
2nd century AD. A bronze plate brooch of four gamma-shaped legs with incised linear detailing; hinged pin and catch to the reverse. Cf. Mackreth, D.F. Brooches in Late Iron Age and Roman Britain, Oxford, 2011 item 11344 for type. 11 grams, 29mm (1 1/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number SW1; 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.
3rd-4th century AD. A gold crossbow brooch of early type with square-section crossbar and bow, three onion-shaped knops, chamfered edges to the foot, catchplate to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985 item 502. 16 grams, 44mm (1 3/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number C35; 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.
Saite Period, 624-525 BC. A green glazed composition amulet of Sekhmet wearing a sun-disc headdress with uraeus, base and dorsal pillar. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 26(e) for type. 1.19 grams, 30mm (1 1/4"). 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 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 pair of bronze plate brooches comprising: a bird with raised head, short wings, hinged pin and catch to the reverse; a bird in profile with feather detailing to the chest, hinged p[in and catch to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Ancient and Romano-British Brooches, Sherborne, 1982 item 164 170 for types. 6.99 grams, 26-35mm (1 - 1 1/2"). From a West London collector; previously in a collection formed between 1990-2000. [2 No Reserve] Fine condition.
3rd century AD. A substantial D-section gold hoop with openwork leaf and tendril detailing, flat bezel with C-scrolls and central cell, inset conical banded agate. [A video of this lot is available on the TimeLine Auctions website] Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991 item 186. 29 grams, 35mm overall, 18.10x25.61mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2 USA 7 3/4 Europe 16.86 Japan 16) (1 1/2"). From an important private London, SW1 jewellery collection collection; acquired in the 1990s. Accompanied by a positive X-Ray Fluorescence metal analysis certificate. Very fine condition. A very large wearable size.
1st-2nd century AD. A silver stylus with balustered shaft, tapering spike, angled smoothing plate. See Allason-Jones, L. & Miket, R. The Catalogue of Small Finds from South Shields Roman Fort, Newcastle, 1984 item 3.430 for type. 9.47 grams, 12cm (4 3/4"). Property of a south London collector; acquired before 1980. Very fine condition.
4th-5th century AD. A pale blue glass jar with dimple base, bulbous body, flared trumpet neck; applied trails to the neck, two strap handles; applied trails to the equator with zigzag beneath. Cf. Whitehouse, D. Roman Glass in the Corning Museum of Glass, vol.1 New York, 1997 item 690. 86 grams, 87mm (3 1/2"). Property of a European gentleman living in London; previously from a German collection formed in the early 1980s. Very fine condition. Rare.
5th-7th century AD. A hollow-formed gold equal-arm cross pendant with granule cluster to the corners of each arm, tubular ribbed loop, central cell with beaded wire collar and inset onyx plaque with reserved letters 'Φ / ZωH / Ω'. Cf. Wamser, L. Die Welt von Byzanz - Europas Östliches Erbe, München, 2004 item 522 for type. 7.43 grams, 31mm (1 1/4"). Private collection, home counties, UK; acquired before 1980. Very fine condition.
16th century AD. A pewter spoon with hexagonal-section shank, incised hatching to the upper shank, the finial a robed figure with item in the left hand (St. Andrew?); shallow dished bowl with stamped initials 'F M' and median roundel. See Jackson, C.J. The Spoon and its History, in Archaeologia, vol.53 for discussion. 44 grams, 17.5cm (7"). From an old North Country collection; formed between 1970-2000. Fine condition, wear to bowl.
11th century AD. A bronze mount of Class A, Type 1 with silver-inlaid addorsed horse-heads beneath the pierced loop, two holes below, ledge to the reverse. Cf. Williams, D. Late Saxon Stirrup-Strap Mounts, York, 1997 p.27 item 4. 21 grams, 46mm (1 3/4"). Found Humberside, UK. Fine condition.
10th-11th century AD. An iron fire steel with a bronze openwork handle, formed as a pair of horses and riders facing outwards. Cf. Arbman, H. Birka I: Die Gräber, Uppsala, 1940 pl.144 item 1. 37 grams, 73mm (3"). From the family collection of a London gentleman; formed in the late 1940s-1950s; thence by descent. Fine condition, cleaned and conserved.
Roman Period, 30 BC-323 AD. A bronze figurine of a dog on a rectangular base with loop to the shoulders. Cf. Flinders Petrie, W.M. Amulets illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, reprinted London, 1994 item 229(d) for type. 4.68 grams, 22mm (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. Fine condition.
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