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Circa 15th century A.D.. Comprising a narrow hoop with bulb to the underside, discoid bezel with calligraphic nastaliq-script

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Lot 1214

Circa 15th century A.D.. Comprising a narrow hoop with bulb to the underside, discoid bezel with calligraphic nastaliq-script legend; possibly Timurid period. Cf. Chadour, A.B., Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994, item 533, for type. 6.21 grams, 22.86 mm overall, 16.99 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14) (7/8 in.). Private collection formed since the 1940s. UK art market. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman. [No Reserve]

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2nd-3rd century A.D.. The goddess advancing in active pose wearing a knee-length tunic gathered below her breasts, her hair t

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Lot 125

2nd-3rd century A.D.. The goddess advancing in active pose wearing a knee-length tunic gathered below her breasts, her hair tied above her crown; quiver to her right shoulder, right arm bent reaching for an arrow, left arm extended and hand open to grip a bow (absent); mounted on a custom-made stand. Cf. Boucher, S., Recherches sur les Bronzes Figurés de Gaule Pré-Romaine et Romaine, Rome, 1976, item 274, for type. 105 grams total, 94 mm including stand (3 3/4 in.). From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [No Reserve]

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8th-9th century A.D.. Appliqué with dense interlace design and traces of gilding. Cf. Webster, L. & Backhouse, J., The Ma

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Lot 1757

8th-9th century A.D.. Appliqué with dense interlace design and traces of gilding. Cf. Webster, L. & Backhouse, J., The Making of England. Anglo-Saxon Art and Culture AD 600-900, London, 1991, item 102, for type. 7.26 grams, 41 mm (1 5/8 in.). The style of interlace is similar to that seen on various 8th c. cross shafts, ornamental caskets, etc.Found North Norfolk, UK. From an old private collection of Norfolk, UK, gentleman, formed since 1998. [No Reserve]

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Circa 16th century A.D.. With octagonal plaque and chamfered edges, incuse design including an arrow and enigmatic pseudo-tex

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Lot 2204

Circa 16th century A.D.. With octagonal plaque and chamfered edges, incuse design including an arrow and enigmatic pseudo-text. Cf. Chadour, A.B., Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994, item 613, for type. 12.11 grams, 23.32 mm overall, 19.10 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18) (1 in.). Private collection formed since the 1940s. UK art market. Property of an Essex gentleman. [No Reserve]

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3rd century A.D.. With lateral carinations and inset glass intaglio of a dolphin breasting the waves; supplied with a museum-

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Lot 961

3rd century A.D.. With lateral carinations and inset glass intaglio of a dolphin breasting the waves; supplied with a museum-quality impression. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 248, for type. 9.75 grams, 27.00 mm overall, 17.29 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13) (1 in.). Private collection, England. [No Reserve]

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6th century A.D.. Comprising a rectangular headplate with geometric panels and punched horseshoes to the border, thick ribbed

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Lot 348

6th century A.D.. Comprising a rectangular headplate with geometric panels and punched horseshoes to the border, thick ribbed bow, trefoil footplate with mask to the disc finial; reverse with catch and ferrous remains to the pin-lug. Cf. MacGregor, A. & Bolick, E., A Summary Catalogue of the Anglo-Saxon Collections (Non-Ferrous Metals), Oxford, 1993, item 14.8, for type. 19 grams, 65 mm. (2 1/2 in). Found UK. From a North Yorkshire, UK, private collection. Acquired from Adam Partridge Auctioneers, Macclesfield, UK. Property of Mr A.B., an American collector. [No Reserve]

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1st century B.C.-2nd century A.D.. Modelled nude supporting an amphora of wine on his left shoulder, holding the loop handle

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Lot 704

1st century B.C.-2nd century A.D.. Modelled nude supporting an amphora of wine on his left shoulder, holding the loop handle in his left hand; the right leg raised stepping forward; mounted on a custom-made stand. Cf. Rolland, H., Bronzes Antiques de Haute Provence, Paris, 1965, item 140, for type. 201 grams total, 10.4 cm including stand (4 in.). From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [No Reserve]

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2nd century A.D. and later. Domed intaglio of an eagle in flight over a baseline; later silver ring. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L.,

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Lot 838

2nd century A.D. and later. Domed intaglio of an eagle in flight over a baseline; later silver ring. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 269, for type. 4.45 grams, 25.52 mm overall, 19.60 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S 1/2, USA 9 1/4, Europe 20.63, Japan 19) (1 in.). Private collection, England.

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1st-3rd century A.D.. Squat hexagonal-section jar with pinched angles, flared mouth and rolled rim. Cf. Whitehouse, D., Roman

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Lot 157

1st-3rd century A.D.. Squat hexagonal-section jar with pinched angles, flared mouth and rolled rim. Cf. Whitehouse, D., Roman Glass in the Corning Museum of Glass, vol.1, New York, 1997, item 171, for type. 64 grams, 96 mm (3 3/4 in.). From an important London, UK, collection, 1970-1990s.

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5th-7th century A.D.. Flat plaque formed as a facing mask with triangular beard extending from beneath the nose, two lateral

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Lot 1747

5th-7th century A.D.. Flat plaque formed as a facing mask with triangular beard extending from beneath the nose, two lateral curled arms each ending in an avian head; attachment holes and voids; back strap absent. Cf. Menghin, W., Das Schwert im Frühen Mittelalter, Stuttgart, 1983, item 91. 6.52 grams, 31 mm (1 1/4 in.). The facing male mask flanked by birds of prey is believed to represent Woden, the war-god, with ravens on his shoulders; this motif appears later in Scandinavia as Oðin with his ravens, Huginn and Muninn.Found Flordon, Norfolk, UK. From an old private collection of Norfolk, UK, gentleman, formed since 1998. Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report no.NMS-805A2A. [No Reserve]

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2nd century A.D.. Formed as two trumpet-shaped elements radiating from a cluster of three discs, each with a gold pelletted p

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Lot 1643

2nd century A.D.. Formed as two trumpet-shaped elements radiating from a cluster of three discs, each with a gold pelletted plaque secured by a silver stud; each trumpet-end with similar disc and stud; remains of catch to the reverse. Cf. Heeren, S. & van der Feijst, L., Fibulae uit de Lage Landen. Beschrijving, Analyse en Interpretatie van een Archeologische Vondstcategorie, Amersfoort, 2017, item NL-0715-05a-028, for type. 6.53 grams, 37 mm (1 3/8 in.). From an old UK collection, 1980s. [No Reserve]

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UR III, 22ND-21ST CENTURY B.C. With broad central piercing, frieze with seated king in a tiered robe facing two robed su

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Lot 1154

UR III, 22ND-21ST CENTURY B.C. With broad central piercing, frieze with seated king in a tiered robe facing two robed supplicants, scorpion and goat to the rear. Cf. Teissier, B., Ancient Near eastern Cylinder Seals in the Marcopoli Collection, Berkeley, 1984, item 101, for type. 7.59 grams, 25 mm (1 in.). Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector, collection no.18. London collection, 2016. [No Reserve]

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Later 5th century A.D.. A bronze cruciform brooch of early type comprising: square headplate with rectangular wings and three

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Lot 1763

Later 5th century A.D.. A bronze cruciform brooch of early type comprising: square headplate with rectangular wings and three knops modelled in the round, shallow bow with ribbed median panel, lappets to the footplate, horse-head finial with pellet eyes and nostrils, pin-lug and catch to the reverse, old collector's label '15233'; mounted on a custom-made stand. See West, S. A Corpus of Anglo-Saxon Finds From Suffolk, East Anglian Archaeology 84, Ipswich, 1998, for discussion, especially fig.145, item 17. 27.2 grams, 76 mm (54.8 grams total, 92 mm including stand) (3 in. (3 5/8 in.)). Property of an English gentleman; formerly in a UK collection formed 1970s-1990s. From an old private collection of Norfolk, UK, gentleman, formed since 1998. [No Reserve]

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15th-16th century A.D.. Comprising a square-section shank and bezel formed as two clasped hands; hatched band to each cuff; p

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Lot 377

15th-16th century A.D.. Comprising a square-section shank and bezel formed as two clasped hands; hatched band to each cuff; punched markings to the outer face, pseudo-script or amuletic in purpose. Cf. Chadour, A.B., Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994, item 727, for type. 2.97 grams, 23.51 mm overall, 20.58 mm internal diameter (approximate size British U, USA 10, Europe 22.52, Japan 21) (1 in.). From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968. [No Reserve]

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8th-6th century B.C.. Standing with left front leg slightly bent, crested head, detailed muzzle, raised tail, loop to the bac

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Lot 1070

8th-6th century B.C.. Standing with left front leg slightly bent, crested head, detailed muzzle, raised tail, loop to the back; mounted on a custom-made display stand. Cf. Engel, N. et al., Bronzes du Luristan: Énigmes de l'Iran Ancien IIIe-Ier millénaire av.J-C., Paris, 2008, item 103; see also the Detroit Institute of Arts Museum, accession number 72.45, for a similar example; Muscarella, O. W., Bronze and Iron: Ancient Near Eastern Artifacts in The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, 1988, item 293, for type. 43 grams, 58 mm (2 1/4 in.). Pendants in the form of animals, mostly goats or mouflons, but also horses or other equids, are quite common among the corpus of the Luristan pendants.with a London, UK gallery, 1971-early 2000s.

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Neolithic Period, circa 6th-4th millennium B.C.. Spherical with traces of pecked manufacture technique and old inked inscript

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Lot 1513

Neolithic Period, circa 6th-4th millennium B.C.. Spherical with traces of pecked manufacture technique and old inked inscription: '874'. Cf. MacGregor, A., (ed.) Antiquities from Europe and the Near East in the Collection of Lord MacAlpine of West Green, Oxford, 1987, item 6.23, for a more developed example of the type. 252 Grams, 7 cm (2 3/4 in.). From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [No Reserve]

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12th-13th century A.D.. With D-section hoop, scooped shoulders each with an incised heart-shaped motif, raised square bezel w

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Lot 269

12th-13th century A.D.. With D-section hoop, scooped shoulders each with an incised heart-shaped motif, raised square bezel with Kufic inscription 'Yusef Abdullah'. Cf. Content, D.J. (ed.), Islamic Rings & Gems. The Zucker Collection, London, 1967, item 16, for type. 10.67 grams, 22.81 mm overall, 15.48 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J, USA 4 3/4, Europe 8.69, Japan 8) (1 in.). From an old French collection believed to have been formed in the 1960s. Acquired privately as part of a collection in the early 1990s. Accompanied by a copy of a previous illustrated catalogue information page. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12268-214826. [No Reserve] (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.) [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]

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Circa 12th-13th century A.D.. Comprising a flat socket with lateral spurs, slender neck developing to a broad blade with curv

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Lot 1393

Circa 12th-13th century A.D.. Comprising a flat socket with lateral spurs, slender neck developing to a broad blade with curved edge, chin to the lower edge and point to the upper, rear square-section shank with disc hammer-face. Cf. Sedov, B.B., Finno-Ugri i Balti v Epokhi Srednevekovija, Moscow, 1987, pl.CXXIV, item 21. 349 grams, 18.5 cm (7 1/4 in.). During the mid 13th century, the axes were favourite weapons among the Baltic people. For example, the Curonian army included lightly armed soldiers who fought with spears, shields, fighting knives and axes. A heavily armed soldier could also carry a sword, a helmet, a shield and a wide-bladed axe.Private collection, Arundel, West Sussex, UK, 1975-late 1990s. [No Reserve]

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2nd century A.D.. P-shaped bow brooch with crossbar and knop above, bow in three parallel bars, triangular-section waisted fo

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Lot 873

2nd century A.D.. P-shaped bow brooch with crossbar and knop above, bow in three parallel bars, triangular-section waisted foot and carinated leaf-shaped finial; hinged pin and catch to reverse. Cf. Bayley, J. & Butcher, S., Roman Brooches in Britain: A Technological and Typological Study based on the Richborough Collection, London, 2004, item 259, for type. 11.8 grams, 47 mm (1 7/8 in.). Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.

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Lot 759

2nd-3rd century A.D.. With ellipsoid plaque, incuse image of a robed female in profile holding a cornucopia, possibly Fortuna. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 196, for type. 7.05 grams, 21.58 mm overall, 16.36 mm internal diameter (approximate size British I, USA 4 1/4, Europe 7.44, Japan 7) (3/4 in.). Private collection, England. [No Reserve]

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Circa 3rd millennium B.C.. With incised design of interlaced parallel bands. Cf. Teissier, B., Ancient Near Eastern Cylinder

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Lot 1072

Circa 3rd millennium B.C.. With incised design of interlaced parallel bands. Cf. Teissier, B., Ancient Near Eastern Cylinder Seals in the Marcopoli Collection, Berkeley, 1984, item 25, for type. 506 grams, 33 mm (1 1/4 in.). Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector; collection no.071. London collection, 2016. [No Reserve]

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15th century A.D.. The lower shank with twisted ropework detailing and beaded bands, the shoulders with raised median beaded

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Lot 376

15th century A.D.. The lower shank with twisted ropework detailing and beaded bands, the shoulders with raised median beaded bands developing to a horizontal ridge dividing the bezel into two panels, each with a reserved standing figure: left, female saint in floor-length robe; right, facing male saint in knee-length tunic; probably Virgin Mary and St John the Baptist. Cf. Chadour, A.B., Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994, item 587, for type. 3.96 grams, 21.91 mm overall, 17.75 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N 1/2, USA 6 3/4, Europe 14.35, Japan 13) (3/4 in.). From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968. [No Reserve]

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Lot 767

2nd century A.D.. With applied jasper stud bearing an intaglio profile bust of Silenus; hoop incomplete. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 195, for type. 6.19 grams, 21 mm (7/8 in.). Private collection, England. [No Reserve]

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2nd-1st millennium B.C.. With incised frieze of birds and animals in a landscape, guilloche borders above and below. Cf. Teis

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Lot 1274

2nd-1st millennium B.C.. With incised frieze of birds and animals in a landscape, guilloche borders above and below. Cf. Teissier, B., Ancient Near Eastern Cylinder Seals in the Marcopoli Collection, Berkeley, 1984, item 607, for type. 4.6 grams, 24 mm (1 in.). Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector; collection no.015. London collection, 2016. [No Reserve]

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4th-6th century A.D.. Narrow D-section hoop with inverted pyramid to the bezel and knop finial. Cf. Hadjadj, R., Bagues Merov

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Lot 674

4th-6th century A.D.. Narrow D-section hoop with inverted pyramid to the bezel and knop finial. Cf. Hadjadj, R., Bagues Merovingiennes - Gaul du Nord, Paris, 2007, item 500, for type. 4.375 Grams, 29.97 mm. (). Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a Essex, UK, collector. Accompanied by an old typed information card. [No Reserve]

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5th-6th century A.D.. Flat-section hoop displaying geometric pierced work between raised bands, fluted hemispherical bezel ad

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Lot 177

5th-6th century A.D.. Flat-section hoop displaying geometric pierced work between raised bands, fluted hemispherical bezel adorned with granules and set with possibly a later polished cabochon sapphire. Cf. Chadour, A.B., Rings: The Alice & Louis Koch Collection, Leeds, 1994, p.144, item 485, for type. 8.66 grams, 33.78 mm overall, 16.94 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M 1/2, USA 6 1/4, Europe 13.09, Japan 13) (1 1/4 in.). Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.201084. [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]

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Circa 2nd century A.D.. Formed as a standing horse, the hindlegs forming crossbar, tail forming hinged pin, forelegs forming

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Lot 913

Circa 2nd century A.D.. Formed as a standing horse, the hindlegs forming crossbar, tail forming hinged pin, forelegs forming catchplate; ring-and-dot motifs to shoulders, linear detailing to the mane. Cf. Hattatt, R., Ancient Brooches and Other Artefacts, Oxford, 1989, item 1644. 11.8 grams, 35 mm (1 3/8 in.). From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [No Reserve]

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1st-2nd century A.D.. Comprising male genitals flanked by an erect phallus and a hand in the fica gesture. Cf. Rolland, H., B

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Lot 911

1st-2nd century A.D.. Comprising male genitals flanked by an erect phallus and a hand in the fica gesture. Cf. Rolland, H., Bronzes Antiques de Haute Provence, Paris, 1965, item 430. 55 grams, 73 mm (2 7/8 in.). From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [No Reserve]

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10th-8th century B.C.. Fibula with two spring coils, scooped catch and curved pin. Cf. Hattatt, R., Ancient and Romano-Britis

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Lot 580

10th-8th century B.C.. Fibula with two spring coils, scooped catch and curved pin. Cf. Hattatt, R., Ancient and Romano-British Brooches, Sherborne, 1982, item 1349. 10.3 grams, 94 mm (3 3/4 in.). From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968. [No Reserve]

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2nd-4th century A.D.. Rectangular with raised rim and reserved inscription 'M.I.L'; repaired handle to the reverse. Cf. Beutl

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Lot 947

2nd-4th century A.D.. Rectangular with raised rim and reserved inscription 'M.I.L'; repaired handle to the reverse. Cf. Beutler, F. et al., Der Adler Roms. Carnuntum und der Armee der Cäsaren, Bad-Deutsch Altenberg, 2017, item 89, for type. 23 grams, 40 mm (1 1/2 in.). Acquired in the mid 1980s-1990s. Private collection, Switzerland, thence by descent. Private collection, since the late 1990s. (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.)

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1st-2nd century A.D.. Amuletic fascinum formed as a crescent with phallus to the right, hand in the fica gesture to the left

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Lot 164

1st-2nd century A.D.. Amuletic fascinum formed as a crescent with phallus to the right, hand in the fica gesture to the left and male genitals below; each with a loop beneath for attachment of another pendant; large loop above and attachment strap with stud. Cf. Beutler, F. et al., Der Adler Roms. Carnuntum und der Armee der Cäsaren, Bad-Deutsch Altenberg, 2017, item 768, for type. 81.5 grams, 68 mm (2 5/8 in.). Acquired in Europe in 1990s. European private collection. (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.)

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4th-2nd century B.C.. Modelled standing barefoot on an irregular base, wearing an ankle-length chlamys over a short-sleeved t

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Lot 43

4th-2nd century B.C.. Modelled standing barefoot on an irregular base, wearing an ankle-length chlamys over a short-sleeved tunic; the left arm supporting a bunch of grapes, the right hand with a patera; the hair and beard neatly dressed; mounted on a custom-made stand. Cf. Rolland, H., Bronzes Antiques de Haute Provence, Paris, 1965, item 130, for type. 279 grams total, 14 cm including stand (5 1/2 in.). Lares were supernatural guardians revered in ancient Roman, the cult probably adapted from an Etruscan predecessor; the word lar derives from Etruscan larth - a leader or overlord. They were believed to guard the family's wealth and look after their health and wellbeing. An offering-plate is usually modelled in one of the figure's hands, onto which small libations could be made. They were usually worshipped in groups, but offerings to individuals are also known.From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [No Reserve]

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10th-12th century A.D.. Articulated enkolpion with loop; low-relief robed figure to reverse in orans pose with legend above '

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Lot 1009

10th-12th century A.D.. Articulated enkolpion with loop; low-relief robed figure to reverse in orans pose with legend above 'HC+C' (abbreviation for Jesus Christ); obverse with ropework and herringbone ornament, five round cells to accept jewels or other inserts. Cf. Wamser, L., Die Welt von Byzanz - Europas Östliches Erbe, München, 2004, item 258, for type. 50 grams, 87 mm (3 3/7 in.). Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.

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6th-7th century A.D. or later. Comprising: graduated loop with twist detailing; conical tongue with similar twist detailing,

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Lot 1732

6th-7th century A.D. or later. Comprising: graduated loop with twist detailing; conical tongue with similar twist detailing, the narrow end curved over the forward edge of the hoop; D-shaped plate and backplate with band of triangular punchmarks, three domed rivets. Cf. Menghin, W., The Merovingian Period. Europe Without Borders, Berlin, 2007, item III.1.1.1, for type. 39.1 grams, 54 mm (2 1/8 in.). Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.

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12th-8th century B.C.. Modelled in the round standing with head raised, recurved horns or antlers, slender muzzle with mouth

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Lot 243

12th-8th century B.C.. Modelled in the round standing with head raised, recurved horns or antlers, slender muzzle with mouth detailing, incised ring-and-dot motif to shoulders and hips; mounted on a custom-made stand. Cf. Zahlhaas, G., Animals in Ancient Art, Out of Noah's Ark, from the Leo Mildenberg Collection, Mainz, 1997, figs.126,128, for similar. 69.2 grams total, 80 mm high including stand (31/8 in.). Stylistically, the item shares features with the Hattian stag figurine found in the royal tombs in Alacahöyük (now in the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Ankara, Turkey) and dating from the period 2100-2000 B.C. The use of ring-and-dot embellishments to the flanks is suggestive of some cultural continuity. The animal depicted is probably an ibex rather than a European stag. However, a date of manufacture in the period after the fall of the Hittite Empire in the 12th century B.C. seems more probable.London art market, 1978. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12263-220844. [No Reserve] [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]

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1st-2nd century A.D.. Cuboid with impressed point markings disposed 6:6, 2:3, 5:4; old collector's tag '250'. See Beutler, F.

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Lot 915

1st-2nd century A.D.. Cuboid with impressed point markings disposed 6:6, 2:3, 5:4; old collector's tag '250'. See Beutler, F. et al., Der Adler Roms. Carnuntum und der Armee der Cäsaren, Bad-Deutsch Altenberg, 2017, item 724, for type. 9.24 grams, 11 mm (1/2 in.). The die appears to have two broader faces each with two lines of three points flanking a larger central point, perhaps suggesting that the score could be either 1 or 6 according to context.From the important private collection of dice and gaming pieces of Colin Narbeth, London, UK, collection no.250. [No Reserve]

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Lot 324

Early to Late Dolmen Period, circa 3700-3300 B.C.. Lentoid in profile and rectangular in plan with curved butt sharpened to a second cutting edge, with superb colour. Cf. MacGregor, A. (ed.), Antiquities from Europe and the Near East in the Collection of Lord McAlpine of West Green, Oxford, 1987, item 4.117., for type. 854 grams, 21 cm (8 1/4 in.). Acquired on the British art market. From the collection of a South West London, UK, specialist Stone Age collector. [No Reserve]

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4th century A.D.. With three faceted knops to the crossbar, the upper one with beaded collar, and pierced moulding to the upp

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Lot 727

4th century A.D.. With three faceted knops to the crossbar, the upper one with beaded collar, and pierced moulding to the upper face, deep bow, stepped junction with foot, trapezoidal foot with ring-and-dot motifs and integral catch; hinged pin to reverse; Keller Type 4. Cf. Mackreth, D.F., Brooches in Late Iron Age and Roman Britain, Oxford, 2011, vol.2, pl.140, item 12576. 56 grams, 88 mm (3 1/2 in.). Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman. [No Reserve]

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Neolithic Period, circa 3000-2000 B.C.. Rectangular in plan and biconvex in section with old inked legend 'BUIGNY'. Cf. MacGr

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Lot 1535

Neolithic Period, circa 3000-2000 B.C.. Rectangular in plan and biconvex in section with old inked legend 'BUIGNY'. Cf. MacGregor, A. (ed.), Antiquities from Europe and the Near East in the Collection of Lord McAlpine of West Green, Oxford, 1987, item 4.11, for type. 149 grams, 97 cm (3 3/4 in.). Found Buigny, Northern France. Ex old French collection. Acquired prior to 2000. From a private Norfolk, UK, collection. From the collection of a South West London, UK, specialist Stone Age collector. [No Reserve]

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Late Period, 664-332 B.C.. Modelled seated on a tongue-shaped base, with fur detailing and suspension loop to the back. Cf. A

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Lot 514

Late Period, 664-332 B.C.. Modelled seated on a tongue-shaped base, with fur detailing and suspension loop to the back. Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, item 29(c). 1.58 grams, 12 mm (1/2 in.). The cat was sacred to Bastet, a protective mother goddess and the daughter of the sun god Re. Amulets provided the wearer with the goddess's protection.From an early 20th century collection.

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6th-4th century B.C.. A broad carinated bowl with radiating repoussé panels, central slightly domed roundel, carination below

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Lot 1197

6th-4th century B.C.. A broad carinated bowl with radiating repoussé panels, central slightly domed roundel, carination below the rim. Cf. Curtiss, J. & Tallis, N., Forgotten Empire. The World of Ancient Persia, London, 2005, item 277. 233 grams, 17.5 cm (5 7/8 in.). Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. [No Reserve]

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8th-6th century B.C.. Substantial arched bow formed with bulbs and collar, stepped finial with coil and spring; the catch for

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Lot 559

8th-6th century B.C.. Substantial arched bow formed with bulbs and collar, stepped finial with coil and spring; the catch formed as a hand with fingers curled round. Cf. Hattatt, R., Ancient and Romano-British Brooches, Sherborne, 1982, item 211. 173 grams, 10.3 cm (4 in.). UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a London gentleman. [No Reserve]

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3rd-4th century A.D.. With dimple base, globular body, pinched neck and flared mouth with thickened rim; some iridescence to

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Lot 663

3rd-4th century A.D.. With dimple base, globular body, pinched neck and flared mouth with thickened rim; some iridescence to the pale blue-green glass. Cf. Whitehouse, D., Roman Glass in the Corning Museum of Glass, vol.1, New York, 1997, item 227, for type. 47 grams, 12 cm (4 3/4 in.). Ex London, UK, collection, 1980-1990s.

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1st-2nd century A.D.. Matched pair, each a wire hoop with hook-and-eye closure, domed shield with central filigree ring, radi

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Lot 792

1st-2nd century A.D.. Matched pair, each a wire hoop with hook-and-eye closure, domed shield with central filigree ring, radiating granules and braided filigree to the rim; corrugated tubular dangle with granule cluster finial. Cf. Marshall, F.H., Catalogue of the Jewellery, Greek, Etruscan and Roman, in the Department of Antiquities, British Museum, London, 1911, pl.LII, item 2377, for type. 5.40 grams Total, 40.15-16.55 mm (1 1/2 - 1 in.). Property of an Essex, UK, lady; received by descent from her grandfather. [No Reserve]

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1st-2nd century A.D.. Ellipsoid bezel with intaglio image of Venus standing nude holding a mirror in one hand and dressing he

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Lot 972

1st-2nd century A.D.. Ellipsoid bezel with intaglio image of Venus standing nude holding a mirror in one hand and dressing her hair with the other. Cf. Chadour, A.B., Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994, item 194, for type. 2.70 grams, 21.15 mm overall, 18.48 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O 1/2, USA 7 1/4, Europe 15.61, Japan 15) (3/4 in.). Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.

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3rd century A.D.. Gold wire hoop with hook-and-eye closure, threaded with seed pearls. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewelle

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Lot 965

3rd century A.D.. Gold wire hoop with hook-and-eye closure, threaded with seed pearls. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 54a, for type. 1.99 grams, 20 mm (3/4 in.). Ex H. Norry collection, 1980s-1990s. [No Reserve]

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Circa 14th-16th century A.D.. With broad hoop and stud to underside, disc bezel with low-relief geometric lozenge motif on a

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Lot 1914

Circa 14th-16th century A.D.. With broad hoop and stud to underside, disc bezel with low-relief geometric lozenge motif on a hatched field. Cf. Chadour, A.B., Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994, item 596. for type. 3.49 grams, 19.12 mm overall, 15.95 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J 1/2, USA 5, Europe 9.32, Japan 9) (3/4 in.). UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a London gentleman. [No Reserve]

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4th century A.D.. Comprising two parallel tubes joined at the base and sides, each with flared rim and covered with fine glas

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Lot 839

4th century A.D.. Comprising two parallel tubes joined at the base and sides, each with flared rim and covered with fine glass trails, applied lateral loops to the rim and handle above; iridescent aqua glass; handle absent; accompanied by a group of handle fragments. [13, No Reserve] Cf. Whitehouse, D., Roman Glass in the Corning Museum of Glass, vol.2, New York, 2001, item 743, for type. 175 grams total, 2.3-17.2 cm (7/8 - 6 3/4 in.). From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections, primarily before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [13, No Reserve]

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1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.. Including a hemispherical bulb and triangular loop, ring with knop, and other types; many

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Lot 1644

1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.. Including a hemispherical bulb and triangular loop, ring with knop, and other types; many of these objects are published in the Detector Finds book series and Buttons & Fasteners 500 BC-AD 1840. Bailey, G., Buttons & Fasteners 500 BC-AD1840, Witham, 2004, item 10.11, 10.3, and others. 65 grams total, 26-39 mm (1 - 1 1/2 in.). From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968. [6, No Reserve]

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Early 1st century A.D. and later. Of piriform shape with iridescent surfaces, decorated with later applied fruiting vines in

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Lot 927

Early 1st century A.D. and later. Of piriform shape with iridescent surfaces, decorated with later applied fruiting vines in high-relief, a stylised rosette to the vessel's base; restored; rim chipped. Cf. Lightfoot, C.S., Ancient Glass in the National Museums of Scotland, Edinburgh, 2007, items 226, 270, for type; Whitehouse, D., Roman Glass in the Corning Museum of Glass, vol.2, New York, 2001, item 649, for technique. 186 grams, 11.5 cm (4 1/2 in.). London gentleman; acquired by his father in the 1970s; thence by descent. Private collection, England.

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New Kingdom, 18th Dynasty, circa 1504-1452 B.C.. Modelled resting on a rectangular base, with fur-texture detailing and hiero

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Lot 475

New Kingdom, 18th Dynasty, circa 1504-1452 B.C.. Modelled resting on a rectangular base, with fur-texture detailing and hieroglyph to the underside. Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, item 29(c), for type. 2.01 grams, 17.59 mm (1 1/2 in.). The cat was sacred to Bastet, a protective mother goddess and the daughter of the sun god Re. Amulets provided the wearer with the goddess's protection. Her name means ‘she of the bast [ointment jar],’ which may have contained a substance favoured by or exclusive to royalty. Originally, Bastet was depicted as a woman with the head of a lioness, but by the New Kingdom, she was typically depicted with a cat's head. She is sometimes shown with kittens, emphasising her maternal role as a fierce protector of offspring.From an old Suffolk, UK, collection. Acquired in the UK before 1980. From the personal collection of Derek Rogers, Suffolk, UK. [No Reserve]

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15th century A.D.. Comprising sculpted frond to each shoulder, rectangular stepped cell to the bezel with inset pyramidal top

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Lot 388

15th century A.D.. Comprising sculpted frond to each shoulder, rectangular stepped cell to the bezel with inset pyramidal topaz cabochon. Cf. Chadour, A.B., Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994, item 677, for type. 5.40 grams, 23.50 mm overall, 17.13 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13) (1 in.). Acquired on the European art market in the 1990s. UK collection of a European gentleman. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12297-219626. [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]

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Neolithic Period, circa 3000-2000 B.C.. Small and triangular in plan with narrow butt, some cortex remaining; old inked legen

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Lot 1580

Neolithic Period, circa 3000-2000 B.C.. Small and triangular in plan with narrow butt, some cortex remaining; old inked legend 'SALISBURY' to one end. Cf. MacGregor, A. (ed.), Antiquities from Europe and the Near East in the Collection of Lord McAlpine of West Green, Oxford, 1987, item 4.2, for type. 66 grams, 98 mm (3 7/8 in.). Found fieldwalking near Salisbury, Wiltshire, UK, by Mr P.M. From the collection of a South West London, UK, specialist Stone Age collector. [No Reserve]

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Late Period, 664-332 B.C.. Modelled seated on a tongue-shaped base, with facial detailing and suspension loop to the back. Cf

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Lot 492

Late Period, 664-332 B.C.. Modelled seated on a tongue-shaped base, with facial detailing and suspension loop to the back. Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, item 29(c). 0.33 grams, 8 mm (3/8 in.). The cat was sacred to Bastet, a protective mother goddess and the daughter of the sun god Re. Amulets provided the wearer with the goddess's protection.From an early 20th century collection.

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Late 2nd-early 1st millennium B.C. The hilt with mushroom-shaped pommel, round grip, crescentic guard, long sloping blade wit

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Lot 300

Late 2nd-early 1st millennium B.C. The hilt with mushroom-shaped pommel, round grip, crescentic guard, long sloping blade with rectangular sectioned mid-ridge. See a similar sword in Christie's, The Axel Guttmann Collection of Ancient Arms and Armour, part 1, London, 2002, item 24, p.27. 1.04 kg, 56.5 cm (22 1/4 in.). This category of swords has been classified by Khorasani as 'swords with a mushroom pommel' and are usually characterised by a solid-cast hilt with a penannular guard, a ribbed or variously decorated grip and the conical hollow-cast mushroom pommel. Usually the blade is multi-fullered and tapers to a sharp tip. Moorey considers them to be from the end of the 2nd millennium B.C.Ex London, UK, collection, 1990s.

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1st century A.D.. Round in section with flattened centre and a ellipsoid slot to accept a strap; decorated along one face wit

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Lot 331

1st century A.D.. Round in section with flattened centre and a ellipsoid slot to accept a strap; decorated along one face with reserved La Tène style comma-leaf swirls on recessed fields inlaid with red enamel, sinuous incised line connecting the cells at each end. Cf. similar item in the British Museum, London, under accession number 1846,0322.138. 83 grams, 10.4 cm (4 1/8 in.). Found whilst searching with a metal detector in Frampton, West Dorset, UK. Property of a Cambridgeshire, UK, gentleman. Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report no.DOR-D0EAC4. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12285-219047.

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1st-4th century A.D.. Cuboid with very lightly incised spot markings disposed 1:6, 3:5, 2:4; old collector's tag with notatio

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Lot 852

1st-4th century A.D.. Cuboid with very lightly incised spot markings disposed 1:6, 3:5, 2:4; old collector's tag with notation 'numbers hard to decipher'. See Beutler, F. et al., Der Adler Roms. Carnuntum und der Armee der Cäsaren, Bad-Deutsch Altenberg, 2017, item 724, for type. 7.46 grmas, 10 mm (3/8 in.). From the important private collection of dice and gaming pieces of Colin Narbeth, London, UK, collection no.60. Accompanied by a Colin Narbeth catalogue identification card. [No Reserve]

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14th-15th century A.D.. Heater-shaped with raised border and reserved three lions passant gardant on an enamelled field. Cf.

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Lot 1928

14th-15th century A.D.. Heater-shaped with raised border and reserved three lions passant gardant on an enamelled field. Cf. Clark, J. ed., The Medieval Horse And Its Equipment, Museum of London, 2004, item 64. 5.02 grams, 32 mm (1 1/4 in.). Found Wiltshire, UK. [No Reserve]

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2nd-3rd century A.D.. Modelled in the round, nude male with legs in straddling pose, left hand thrust forward and right arm r

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Lot 889

2nd-3rd century A.D.. Modelled in the round, nude male with legs in straddling pose, left hand thrust forward and right arm raised with hand open; head exaggerated with shoulder-length hair and crested helmet. Cf. Boucher, S., Recherches sur les Bronzes Figurés de Gaule Pré-Romaine et Romaine, Rome, 1976, item 354, for type; Mackintosh, M., The Divine Horseman in the Art of the Western Roman Empire,The Open University, 1991, fig.7, bronze rider from Brigstock. 35.6 grams, 60 mm (2 3/8 in.). The pseudo-Corinthian or Apulo-Corinthian helmet, here represented on the head of the divinity, was originally a legionary helmet, then became, in the Late Consular Age, an officer's helmet, then a typical attribute of military commanders and then of the war god, Mars. However, this statuette of Mars has strong Celtic connotations, as evidenced by the torques around the neck and the warrior god's hair.From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [No Reserve]

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6th century A.D.. Discoid with raised rim and panel of geometric roundels and arms in an enamelled matrix. Cf. MacGregor, A.

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Lot 354

6th century A.D.. Discoid with raised rim and panel of geometric roundels and arms in an enamelled matrix. Cf. MacGregor, A. & Bolick, E., A Summary Catalogue of the Anglo-Saxon Collections (Non-Ferrous Metals), Oxford, 1993, item 47.19, for type. 10.9 grams, 30 mm (1 1/4 in.). Found East Anglia, UK. From an old private collection of Norfolk, UK, gentleman, formed since 1998. [No Reserve]

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