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Roman Gold and Garnet Ring with Acorn Intaglio 3rd century AD. A flat-section hoop with flat plaque, inset garnet cloison with intaglio acorn motif. 1.70 grams, 17mm overall, 13.54mm internal diameter (approximate size British E, USA 2 1/4, Europe 2.41, Japan 2) (3/4"). Property of a Middlesex gentleman; acquired in the 1980s. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 208. [No Reserve] Fine condition; hoop detached from one shoulder.

Roman Gold and Garnet Decorated Ring with Crane Intaglio 3rd century AD. A flat-section hoop with flared shoulders, volute scrolls; discoid plaque with inset garnet intaglio of a crane. 1.76 grams, 17mm overall, 15.77mm internal diameter (approximate size British J 1/2, USA 5, Europe 9.32, Japan 9) (3/4"). Property of a Middlesex gentleman; acquired in the 1980s. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 184. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

Roman Gold and Garnet Ring 3rd century AD. A round-section hoop with lozengiform shoulders, bowl bezel with discoid cell, inset dished garnet cloison. 6.87 grams, 23mm overall, 19.39mm internal diameter (approximate size British S 1/2, USA 9 1/2, Europe 20.98, Japan 20) (1"). Property of a Surrey collector; acquired in the early 1970s. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 261. Very fine condition.

Bronze Age British Basal-Looped and Socketted Spearhead 1800-1500 BC. A substantial leaf-shaped blade with lozenge-section midrib, small lateral loop to the base of each blade with lozengiform plaque. 126 grams, 17.5cm (7"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired privately, 2005. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881, item 408; Davis, R. Basal-Looped Spearheads, BAR International Series no.1497, Oxford, 2006. Sir Richard Ground notes that 'this is a standard shape and conforms to Richard Davis's 'Type 2 - Leaf.' Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Fine condition; blade nicked and small edge crack.

Roman Gold Ring with Cabochon Garnet 1st century AD. A round-section wire hoop with elliptical cell, flange rim and inset cabochon garnet. 1.02 grams, 18mm overall, 14.22mm internal diameter (approximate size British F 1/2, USA 3 1/4, Europe 4.74, Japan 4) (3/4"). From an important London collection, acquired in the 1970s. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 234. Very fine condition.

Roman Gold Ring with Cabochon Garnet 1st century AD. A plain round-section hoop supporting a discoid plaque with inset cabochon garnet. 1.10 grams, 19mm overall, 16.94mm internal diameter (approximate size British M 1/2, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.16, Japan 12) (3/4"). Private collection, North London; acquired in the early 1980s. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 234. Very fine condition.

Roman Gold Ring with Carnelian Cloison 3rd-4th century AD. A slender round-section hoop with pairs of discs to the shoulder, discoid plaque with inset carnelian cloison. 1.17 grams, 17mm overall, 15.15mm internal diameter (approximate size British I, USA 4 1/4, Europe 7.44, Japan 7) (3/4"). From an important London collection, acquired in the 1970s. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 222. Fine condition.

Roman Gold Filigree Pendant 2nd-3rd century AD. A flat-section ring and transverse strap supporting a repoussé plaque of six discs and empty central circular cell, each disc with a granule to the centre; two exterior twisted wire rings framing a band of ropework; six granules and attachment loop to the edge. 1.99 grams, 20mm (3/4"). English private collection; acquired in the 1970s. Cf. contemporary necklace elements in Johns, C. The Snettisham Roman Jeweller's Hoard, London, 1997, item 317. Very fine condition.

Roman Gold Earring Pair with Cup Settings 2nd century AD. A matched pair of earrings, each comprising a substantial wire hoop with tapering ends in a hook-and-eye closure; separate cup with beaded wire border, glass bead insert. 2.84 grams total, 19mm (3/4"). Property of a Cambridgeshire collector; acquired on the London art market before 2000. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 21. [2] Very fine condition.

Roman Gold Earring Pair with Sphere Drops 2nd century AD. A matched pair of earrings, each a wire hoop with coiled closure, hollow-formed domed plaque, wire dangle with beaded shank, sphere to the lower end. 2.98 grams, 34-35mm (1 1/2"). UK art market, acquired prior to 1980. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 13a. [2] Fine condition.

Late Roman Gold Polyhedral Earrings 5th century AD. A matched pair of earrings, each a substantial wire hoop with coil to one end, hollow polyhedron with granule rosettes. 2.16 grams total, 17mm (3/4"). Private collection, West London, UK; acquired in the 1990s. Cf. Spier, J. Treasures of the Ferrell Collection, Wiesbaden, 2010, item 122. [2] Fine condition.

Bronze Age British Basal-Looped and Socketted Spearhead 1800-1500 BC. A large triangular blade with round-section midrib and lateral ribs, loop to the base at each side; marked in white ink to the blade 'Cambs.XLB.12' and to the inner face of the socket 'Kirtling, Cambs. LB12' and 'HF' monogram. 208 grams, 30.5cm (12"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired Bonham's, Sale 13686, lot 295 (part), 27 April 2006; ex Lord Dayton of Corran Collection; formerly Dr Hugh Fawcett Collection; found Cambridgshire, UK. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881, item 406; Davis, R. Basal-Looped Spearheads, BAR International Series no.1497, Oxford, 2006. Sir Richard Ground notes that 'this is a standard shape and conforms to Richard Davis's Type 6 - Triangular.' and 'Formerly in the collection of Lord Dayton of Corran formed between 1960 and 2000. Kirtling is indeed in Cambridgeshire and a short biography of Dr. Hugh Fawcett can be found at pp.14-15 of the McAlpine Collection which stresses that he surplused items which were overtaken in quality, but left his characteristic HF monogram and white ink details on them.' Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Fine condition; edge nicked, socket mouth slightly chipped.

Roman Silver and Carnelian Ring with Fortuna 2nd century AD. A D-section hoop expanding to a broad plaque with inset carnelian intaglio of Fortuna standing with ship's rudder. 9.82 grams, 21mm overall, 16.60mm internal diameter (approximate size British L 1/2, USA 6, Europe 12.0, Japan 11) (3/4"). From an important North London collection formed before 1980. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 193. Fine condition; intaglio chipped.

Bronze Age British Basal-Looped and Socketted Spearhead 1800-1500 BC. A large fragment of a long basal-looped spearhead with round-section midrib, triangular blades each with a median ridge extending at the lower edge to the small lateral loop with triangular plaque. 145 grams, 19.5cm (7 3/4"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired Bonham's, sale 13686, lot 295 (part), 27 April 2006; ex Lord Dayton of Corran Collection (formed 1960-2000"). Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881, item 407; Davis, R. Basal-Looped Spearheads, BAR International Series no.1497, Oxford, 2006. Sir Richard Ground notes that 'this is a standard shape and conforms to Richard Davis's Type 7 - Narrow Channel.' Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Fair condition; tip and lower socket absent.

Roman Silver P-Shaped Brooch 2nd-3rd century AD. A delicate bow brooch comprising a round-section arm with knop finials, tightly-wound spring and chord, round-section pin; the arm passing through a pierced lug at the top of the D-section bow with chamfered panel below, returned foot and catchplate, extension wrapped around the lower bow. 8.75 grams, 46mm (1 3/4"). Private collection, UK; formed in the 1980s. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987, item 1243. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.

Roman Silver 'Good Hope' Crossbow Brooch 4th century AD. A finely-made crossbow brooch with three facetted onion-shaped knops, deep bow and rectangular footplate; the upper face of the arm with pierced transverse plaques, the bow with running line of crow's foot punchmarks with niello inlay, extending across the centre of the footplate; punched niello-inlaid guilloche to one lateral face of the bow and niello-inlaid text 'SPES ... BONA' (good hope) with guilloche between; chamfered sides to the footplate, hinged pin and catchplate to the reverse. 20 grams, 64mm (2 1/2"). From an Austrian private collection. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985, item 502. The Latin phrase 'spes bona dat vires' means 'good hope gives strength'. It is taken from the work of Publius Ovidius Naso (Ovid) in the Epistula XI (Canace Macareo"). [No Reserve] Fine condition.

Roman Bronze Horse Brooch 2nd century AD. A bow brooch formed as a standing horse with crossbar to the rear legs, hinged pin connecting with catchplate beneath the front legs; notched mane, ring-and-dot eye. 13 grams, 47mm (1 3/4"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired before 1980. Cf. Hattatt, R. Ancient Brooches and Other Artefacts, Oxford, 1989, item 1644. Very fine condition.

Roman Bronze Peacock Brooch 2nd century AD. A flat-section peacock with high-relief wing and tail detail; pin and catchplate to the reverse. 4.94 grams, 36mm (1 1/2"). From an important London collection, acquired in the 1970s. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987, item 1171. Fine condition.

Roman Enamelled Bronze Hippocampus Brooch 2nd century AD. A cast plate brooch of a hippocampus with champ levé enamel cells to the tail and body; pin, pin-lugs and catchplate to the reverse. 9.56 grams, 49mm (2"). Ex Cornwall, UK, collection. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987, item 1206. Very fine condition.

Bronze Age British Side-Looped and Socketted Spearhead 1500-900 BC. A small leaf-shaped blade with lozenge-section midrib; two small lateral loops. 31 grams, 11cm (4 1/4"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired privately, 2006; reportedly found East Anglia, UK. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881, item 395. Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

Roman Bronze Decorated 'Swastika' Brooch 2nd-3rd century AD. A flat-section plate brooch of gammadion form with incised lines to the outer edge and notched border; pin-lugs, pin and catchplate to the reverse. 7.61 grams, 30mm (1 1/4"). Private collection, Cambridgeshire, UK; acquired prior to 2000. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987, item 1145. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

Roman Gilt-Bronze Tutulus Brooch 2nd century AD. A disc brooch with conical centre and ropework ring, raised keel and band of annulets, raised rim; pin-lug and catchplate to the reverse. 6.96 grams, 22mm (3/4"). Property of a gentleman; acquired in the 1990s. Cf. Hattatt, R. Ancient and Romano-British Brooches, Sherborne, 1982, item 127. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

Roman Enamelled Bronze Wheel Brooch 2nd century AD. A flat-section plate brooch with black enamelled face and reserved hub with spokes and pellets, central red enamel panel with stud; pin-lugs and catchplate to the reverse. 3.50 grams, 20mm (3/4"). Found Cambridgeshire, UK. Cf. Hattatt, R. Ancient and Romano-British Brooches, Sherborne, 1982, item 118. Fine condition.

Roman Gilt-Bronze Openwork Crossbow Brooch 5th century AD. A fabricated crossbow brooch with facetted onion-shaped knops to the arms and a third above the bow; the arms facetted with tiered upper face, the bow D-shaped in section with collar to the lower edge, footplate with openwork scrolls to each edge; tubular catchplate to the reverse and hinged pin. 22 grams, 70mm (2 3/4"). Property of a Surrey collector; acquired in the early 1970s. Cf. Hattatt, R. Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985, item 507. Fine condition.

Roman Silvered Bronze Dolphin Brooch 2nd century AD. A D-section dolphin with dorsal and lateral fins, silver scale detail to the body, pin and catchplate to the reverse. 4.93 grams, 35mm (1 1/2"). Private collection, North London; acquired in the early 1980s. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987, item 1203. Fine condition.

Bronze Age British Side-Looped and Socketted Spearhead 1500-900 BC. A small leaf-shaped blade with lozenge-section midrib; two small lateral loops, double groove to the socket's mouth. 20 grams, 95mm (3 3/4"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired privately, 2006. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881, item 395. Sir Richard Ground notes that 'the detail argues for it being a javelin point, and not an arrowhead, despite its small size.' Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

Roman Iron Ring with Silver Clasped Hands Intaglio 2nd century AD. A round-section iron hoop and domed discoid bezel, silver repoussé appliqué of the mane in fede clasped-hands motif. 5.19 grams, 27mm overall, 18.81mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.0, Japan 18) (1"). Property of a Surrey collector; acquired in the early 1970s. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 272. Fine condition.

Bronze Age British Side-Looped and Socketted Spearhead 1500-900 BC. A leaf-shaped blade with round-section midrib, bevel to edge of blade; two small lateral loops, one with casting flaw beneath. 51 grams, 13cm (5"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired privately, 2013; found Wiltshire, UK. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881, item 395. Recorded with Portable Antiquities Scheme, reference number WILT-067652. Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.

Roman Bronze Millefiori Disc Brooch 2nd century AD. A plate brooch with raised outer rim and central roundel creating cells for champ levé enamel, a red cross on a yellow(?) field and red centre; pin, lugs and catchplate to the reverse. 4.10 grams, 23mm (1"). UK art market, acquired prior to 1980. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987, item 1027. Fine condition.

Roman Bronze Statuette of Mercury 1st century BC-1st century AD. A figurine of Mercury standing nude with winged petasos, mantle draped to the shoulder, marsupium in the extended right hand, winged sandals to the feet; mounted on a custom-made stand. 136 grams, 11cm including stand (4 1/4"). Property of a Surrey collector; acquired in the early 1970s. Cf. Rolland, H. Bronzes Antiques de Haute Provence, Paris, 1965, item 41. Very fine condition.

Bronze Age British Side-Looped and Socketted Spearhead 1400-1300 BC. A small leaf-shaped blade with edge bevel, tubular socket with two small lateral loops, lozengiform plaques. 54 grams, 10.5cm (4"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired privately, 2007; found near Newark, Nottinghamshire, UK. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881, item 404. Recorded with Portable Antiquities Scheme, reference number DENO-1DCEB3. Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Fine condition; small casting flaw to base of blade junction; edge with small nick, surface pitted.

Bronze Age British Side-Looped Spearhead 1400-1300 BC. A small leaf-shaped blade with edge bevel, tubular socket with two small lateral loops, lozengiform plaques. 54 grams, 12cm (5"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired privately, 2010; reportedly found Derbyshire, UK, 2008. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881, item 394. Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.

Roman Bronze Phallic Tintinnabulum Pendant 1st century AD. A cast phallic pendant with dog's legs, phallus and tail with phallic tip to the rear, loop to the back. 57 grams, 68mm (2 3/4"). Property of a gentleman; acquired in the 1990s. Cf. Roberts, P. Life and Death in Pompeii and Herculaneum, London, 2013, item 187. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.

Bronze Age British Side-Looped Spearhead 1400-1300 BC. A small leaf-shaped blade with stepped profile and edge bevel, long tubular socket with two small lateral loops, lozengiform plaques; step to the mouth. 38 grams, 99mm (4"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired 2011; found West Overton, Wiltshire, UK (National Museum of Wales, report reference NMWPA 2007.136a"). Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881, item 394. Sir Richard Ground notes that 'it is quite perfect, and the shiny patina which preserves the original surface, is quite genuine.' Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Extremely fine condition.

Bronze Age Irish Socketted Spearhead 1200-800 BC. A cast bronze spearhead with waisted leaf-shaped blade, round-section tapering midrib extending to the conical socket, lateral holes for pin. 113 grams, 16cm (6 1/4"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired privately, 2008; found turf-bog, Cavancarragh (on property of Dr Robert Collum), before 1952. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881, item 388. Accompanied by two handwritten notes (with essentially the same text) on re-used envelopes (postmark dated for 25th July 1946 and 1st August 1952), relating to the discovery. Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

Roman Enamelled Bronze Votive Altar 1st-2nd century AD. A hollow-cast miniature altar (or incense burner?) with four splayed legs, panels of enamelled ornament to the sides, peg to each corner of the upper face and central void. 21 grams, 28mm (1"). Found Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, UK. Cf. similar find from South Shields, Northumberland, UK in Allason-Jones, L. & Miket, R. The Catalogue of Small Finds from South Shields Roman Fort, Newcastle, 1984, item 3.1. Fine condition. Extremely rare.

Bronze Age British Socketted Spearhead 1100-700 BC. A large leaf-shaped blade with edge bevels, rounded and keeled midrib with lateral fillets extending to the rims of the rivet holes. 185 grams, 24cm (9 1/2"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired Stanley Gibbons, London, 1979. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881, item 383. Sir Richard Ground notes that 'overall it is well-formed and gives the impression of being a carefully made elite piece.' Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Extremely fine condition.

Bronze Age Short Socketted Spearhead 1100-700 BC. A broad leaf-shaped blade with cast bevel to the edges, short socket with lateral rivet holes; the tip bent over in antiquity, from impact. 82 grams, 92mm (3 3/4"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired privately, 2006. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881, item 387. Sir Richard Ground notes that the tip is bent over 'no doubt from an ancient impact.' Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.

Bronze Age Greek Pierced-Blade Spearhead 3rd millennium BC. An Aegean leaf-shaped spearhead with raised central panel and median spine extending to the tang; two rectangular slots flanking the spine at the broadest part of the blade; tang bent over with finial knop. 127 grams, 23.5cm (9 1/4"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK. Cf. Branigan, K. Aegean Metalwork of the Early and Middle Bronze Age, Oxford, 1974, item 457. Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Fine condition, edges slightly ragged.

Bronze Age Greek Pierced-Blade Spearhead 3rd millennium BC. An Aegean leaf-shaped spearhead with raised central panel and median spine extending to the square-section tang; two rectangular slots flanking the spine at the broadest part of the blade; tang bent over. 98 grams, 19.5cm (7 3/4"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK. Cf. Branigan, K. Aegean Metalwork of the Early and Middle Bronze Age, Oxford, 1974, item 457. Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.

Byzantine Silver-Gilt Temple-Ring Pair 11th-12th century AD. A matched pair of ornaments, each formed as a round-section bar with two solid bulbs, another in openwork and wound wire panels; the solid bulbs with knop detailing, the openwork bulb with applied pellets. 33 grams total, 49mm each (2"). Private collection, North London; acquired in the early 1980s. Cf. Platonov, S. & Taryta, S. Masterpieces of Platar, Kiev, 2004, item 207. [2] Very fine condition.

Bronze Age British 'Glenalla' Type Decorated Flat Axe 2000-1800 BC. A large axehead with curved butt, slight lateral flanges, broad flared blade with convex cutting edge; the blade with a distinct facet and median bevel; three zones of applied linear decoration in herringbone, horizontal and vertical formats extending over most of each surface. 466 grams, 17cm (6 3/4"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired privately, 2008; found Feltwell, Norfolk, UK. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881, item 3; Schmidt, P.K. & Burgess, C.B. The Axes of Scotland and Northern England, Prähistorische Bronzefunde, Ab. IX, vol. 7, Munich, 1981, p.61-2. Recorded with Portable Antiquities Scheme, reference number PAS SF-9072A6. The PAS report describes the item as a 'Class 4' axe; Sir Richard Ground notes that it belongs to Schmidt & Burgess's Gleballa Type or its eastern English equivalent. Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Fine condition, edge slightly chipped from use. Rare type, with extensive ornament to surfaces.

Viking Bronze Box Brooch with Interlaced Panels 8th-9th century AD. A hollow-cast drum-shaped brooch with four raised arms and central knop to the upper face; the outer sidewall with four panels of knotwork, dividing panels with hatched motif, D-shaped protrusion; the upper face with dense zoomorphic ornament; pin and catchplate to the reverse, four studs retaining the bottom plate to the upper. 62 grams, 44mm (1 3/4"). Property of a gentleman; formerly in a 19th century collection. Cf. MacGregor, A. et al. A Summary Catalogue of the Continental Archaeological Collections, Oxford, 1997, item 1.9. Extremely fine condition. A rare type.

Viking Gold Chain Plait Ring 9th-11th century AD. A round-section hoop comprising three expanding rods plaited into a band, worked into a single bar at the rear. 18 grams, 29mm overall, 21.06mm internal diameter (approximate size British W 1/2, USA 11 1/2, Europe 26, Japan 24) (1 1/4"). From an old Munich collection; acquired on the German art market before 2000. Cf. Jessup, R. Anglo-Saxon Jewellery, Aylesbury, 1974, item 24.2. Very fine condition, regularly worn by previous owner.

Viking Silver Ring with Filigree 6th-10th century AD. A flat-section hoop with twisted wire ropework to the exterior, large discoid bezel with domed top, granule triangle to each shoulder, granule cluster to the upper face, ropework collars to the eight large lateral granules. 13 grams, 32mm overall, 21.69mm internal diameter (approximate size British Y, USA 12, Europe 28.05, Japan 27) (1 1/4"). Property of a German collector; acquired in the 1990s. Cf. Taylor, G. & Scarisbrick, D. Finger Rings from Ancient Egypt to the Present Day, Oxford, 1978, item 222. Extremely fine condition.

Viking Silver Twisted Ring 9th-11th century AD. A round-section expanding hoop with two rods twisted over each other, ends scarf-jointed. 3.74 grams, 27mm overall, 19.88mm internal diameter (approximate size British U, USA 10, Europe 22.52, Japan 21) (1"). From an old Munich collection; acquired on the German art market before 2000. Cf. Taylor, G. & Scarisbrick, D. Finger Rings from Ancient Egypt to the Present Day, Oxford, 1978, item 244. Very fine condition.

Viking Silver Plaited Finger Ring 9th-11th century AD. A broad flat-section hoop with bezel of three plaited strands. 5.47 grams, 26mm overall, 19.38mm internal diameter (approximate size British S 1/2, USA 9 1/2, Europe 20.98, Japan 20) (1"). Property of a German collector; acquired in the 1990s. Cf. MacGregor, A. et al. A Summary Catalogue of the Continental Archaeological Collections, Oxford, 1997, item 16.5. Very fine condition.

Viking Silver Pennanular Brooch 9th-12th century AD. A small square-section penannular brooch with flattened and scrolled ends, round-section pin with end coiled round the shank. 2.10 grams, 22mm (1"). From an old Munich collection; acquired on the German art market before 2000. Cf. Sedov, B.B. Finno-Ugri i Balti v Epokhi Srednevekovija, Moscow, 1987, plate III item 9. Very fine condition.

Bronze Age British 'Aylesford' Type Decorated Flat Axe 2000-1500 BC. A large flared flat-section axehead with slightly convex cutting edge, rounded butt; to one face, three rows of lightly incised bilinear chevrons. 618 grams, 16.5cm (6 1/2"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired privately, 2007; found Lincolnshire, UK. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881, item 29; Schmidt, P.K. & Burgess, C.B. The Axes of Scotland and Northern England, Prähistorische Bronzefunde, Ab. IX, vol. 7, Munich, 1981, p.60. Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Fine condition; surfaces a little pitted and chipped. Rare.

Viking Silver Pendant with Enmeshed Dragon 11th-12th century AD. A flat-section disc pendant with loop above, openwork motif of a regardant beast with segmented body; pelletted border; top of loop lost in antiquity. 9.20 grams, 41mm (1 3/4"). From an old Munich collection; acquired on the German art market before 2000. Cf. Korshyn, V.E. Yazicheskiye Priveski Drevniye Rysi X-XIV Vekov, Moscow, 2013, item J-12. Fine condition.

Viking Silver Pendant with Raven 11th century AD. A discoid pendant with loop, openwork design of a raven with spread wings with pellet detailing, top of loop lost in antiquity; Baltic workmanship. 5.16 grams, 31mm (1 1/4"). Property of a German collector; acquired in the 1990s. Cf. Korshyn, V.E. Yazicheskiye Priveski Drevniye Rysi X-XIV Vekov, Moscow, 2013, item L.3.01. Fine condition.

Viking Silver-Gilt Filigree Lunate Pendant 8th century AD. A crescentic plaque with ribbed loop above, surface divided into panels of granule clusters. 3.61 grams, 30mm (1 1/4"). From an old Munich collection; acquired on the German art market before 2000. Cf. Sedov, B.B. Finno-Ugri i Balti v Epokhi Srednevekovija, Moscow, 1987, plate XLV item 3. Extremely fine condition.

Bronze Age British 'Aylesford' Type Flat Axe 2000-1500 BC. A small flared flat-section axehead with convex cutting edge, square butt; slight thickening at sides (from hammering?), median swelling to each face and facet below the edge. 265 grams, 10.5cm (4"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired privately, 2006; found near Taverham, Suffolk, UK, 1990. Cf. Evans, J. The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881, item 29; Schmidt, P.K. & Burgess, C.B. The Axes of Scotland and Northern England, Prähistorische Bronzefunde, Ab. IX, vol. 7, Munich, 1981, p.60. Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Fine condition, lightly pitted surfaces.

Viking Silver Openwork Pendant with Raven 11th-12th century AD. An openwork disc pendant with stylised design of addorsed ravens in a circular border. 2.90 grams, 29mm (1 1/4"). Property of a German collector; acquired in the 1990s. Cf. Korshyn, V.E. Yazicheskiye Priveski Drevniye Rysi X-XIV Vekov, Moscow, 2013, item M-14. Fine condition, worn.

Viking Silver Openwork Cross Pendant 10th-12th century AD. A C-section ring with four radiating balustered arms, suspension ring above. 2.40 grams, 29mm (1 1/4"). From an old Munich collection; acquired on the German art market before 2000. Cf. Sedov, B.B. Finno-Ugri i Balti v Epokhi Srednevekovija, Moscow, 1987, plate LVIII, item 19. Very fine condition.

Viking Silver Openwork Cross Pendant 9th-12th century AD. An openwork disc pendant with integral loop above, pelletted border and cross flory with ring-and-dot to each arm; Baltic workmanship. 5.42 grams, 32mm (1 1/4"). Property of a German collector; acquired in the 1990s. Cf. Sedov, B.B. Finno-Ugri i Balti v Epokhi Srednevekovija, Moscow, 1987, plate XV item 17. Fine condition, part of loop absent.

Viking Silver Pendant with Gripping Beasts 10th century AD. A flat-section openwork pendant with integral suspension loop, gripping beast motif and three-band ring. 4.05 grams, 30mm (1 1/4"). From an old Munich collection; acquired on the German art market before 2000. Cf. Korshyn, V.E. Yazicheskiye Priveski Drevniye Rysi X-XIV Vekov, Moscow, 2013, item K.1.02. Fine condition; part of ring absent.

Viking Silver Teardrop Pendant 8th-12th century AD. A convex teardrop pendant with integral loop, raised motif of scrolled foliage; Baltic workmanship 5.60 grams, 37mm (1 1/2"). Property of a German collector; acquired in the 1990s. Cf. Sedov, B.B. Finno-Ugri i Balti v Epokhi Srednevekovija, Moscow, 1987, plate CIII item 8. [No Reserve] Fine condition, worn.

Bronze Age British 'Migdale' Type Decorated Flat Axe 2200-1950 BC. A Scottish 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. 438 grams, 15.5cm (6"). Ex Sir Richard Ground (1949-2014) Collection, Derbyshire, UK; acquired Valued History, 2006; formely with Simon Camm; reportedly found Banffshire, Scotland. 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. Each piece from the collection is 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. The eminent lawyer Sir Richard Ground, OBE (1949 - 2014), a graduate of Lincoln College Oxford, was called to the bar at Gray's Inn in 1975. After a period spent specialising in media law, he was, in 1983, appointed Crown Counsel in the Cayman Islands, a position which he held until 1987 when he assumed the role of Attorney General. He served as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1998 to 2004, and then as Chief Justice of Bermuda until his retirement in 2012. Highly regarded in legal circles for his decisiveness and impeccable integrity, he was awarded the OBE in 1991 in recognition of his services to the Cayman Islands, and was made a Knight Bachelor in 2012 for services to justice in Bermuda. He had a passion for the natural world and worked alongside his wife, fellow lawyer Lady Ground, to found the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, as well as publishing several volumes of wildlife photography. Sir Richard was a keen and knowledgable collector of both coins and ancient weaponry. His collection of Roman, Byzantine, English, and European coins fetched exceptional prices when sold by Spink in September 2014. It is with pride that we are able to offer his collection of Bronze Age weaponry for auction. [No Reserve] Fine condition; butt chipped and slightly deformed from impact, edge with use wear.

Viking Silver Filigree Earring 7th-10th century AD. A single earring with round-section shank, polyhedral body with multiple strands of ropework enclosing triangular panels; pyramids of granulation to the panels and smaller examples on the junctions of the strands; the shank with filigree collar, flat-section loop to attach a dangle; Baltic workmanship. 9.99 grams, 32mm (1 1/4"). From an old Munich collection; acquired on the German art market before 2000. Cf. similar construction technique on Gothic earrings from the Crimea in Platonov, S. & Taryta, S. Masterpieces of Platar, Kiev, 2004, p.152, item 209. [No Reserve] Fine condition.