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weight: 5.2g provenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"2","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold cross with central red garnet cabochon and four quadrupeds"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30185/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":3000,"soldPrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.528Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":30185,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30186/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30186/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30186/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30186/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30186/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30186/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a silver-gilt necklace comprising a woven chain terminating in cylindrical collars and joined to two large discoid elements, each with a central garnet cabochon and punched decorative border. suspended below is a cross-shaped pendant with concave sides and broad, rounded terminals, similarly decorated with a central garnet and raised circular motifs surrounded by punched ornamentation. for similar see: the british museum, museum number 2007,8001.1 (cross shape). size: 400/800mm x 50mm; weight: 85g provenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market, 1990s. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"3","title":{"en":"merovingian silver-gilt bishop's necklace with cross pendant"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30186/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.539Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":30186,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30187/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30187/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30187/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 300 - 500. a circular medallion formed of translucent glass with gold leaf, depicting a bust of a saint flanked by two rosettes. the medallion is set in a 21 kt gold pendant mount with a beaded edge and a tubular suspension loop at the top. reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 18.145.8. size: 45mm x 36mm; weight: 11g provenance: private uk collection; london art market; formerly in r.h. private collection, switzerland, 1980s-2007. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"4","title":{"en":"outstanding late roman / byzantine gold leaf medallion depicting bust of a saint in high karat gold"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30187/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":3000,"soldPrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.551Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":30187,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30188/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30188/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30188/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 800. a gold cross pendant with four rounded arms forming a clover-like shape. each arm is decorated with a palm branch motif enclosed within a hatched border, with additional foliate and scrollwork designs extending from the centre. the suspension loop is attached above.size: 40mm x 35mm; weight: 3.3gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the london art market in the 1990s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3500,"lotNumber":"5","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold cross pendant with palm branches"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30188/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.562Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£2,500 - £3,500","currency":"GBP","id":30188,"estimateMin":2500},{"startPrice":15000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30189/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30189/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30189/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 300 bc. a gold plaque in the shape of a recumbent stag shown in profile to the left, the legs folded beneath the body and the head raised. above the animal, two rows of coiled volutes ending in two confronting animal heads. the ground is ornamented with spiral motifs. comes with a presentation box. for similar see: museuam l'hermitage, l'or des scythes, 1975, p. 52-53, cat. 92; museum of ufa, filippovka, treasure of the kurgan i, 4th century; christie's, live auction 21909, antiquities, lot. 64. size: 160mm x 123mm provenance: private london collection; acquired on the london art market in 1999. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":30000,"lotNumber":"6","title":{"en":"extraordinary scythian high karat gold stag plaque"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30189/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":15000,"soldPrice":15000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:30.960Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£20,000 - £30,000","currency":"GBP","id":30189,"estimateMin":20000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30190/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30190/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30190/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 100 bc. a bronze belt fitting in the form of a recumbent stag with exaggerated, branching antlers extending along the back. the body is ornamented with turquoise inserts set into recessed cells at the eye, shoulder, flank, and haunch. the reverse is hollowed and fitted with attachment lugs. for similar see: l'or des scythes, trésors de l'ermitage, leningrad, 1991, cat. 17, p. 134. size: 57mm x 35mm; weight: 10g provenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the french art market in the 1970s. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"7","title":{"en":"stunning scythian bronze and turquoise belt fitting depicting horned stag"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30190/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":2000,"soldPrice":3200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:30.962Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30190,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30191/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30191/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30191/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 100 bc. a bronze belt fitting cast as a rectangular openwork frame enclosing a recumbent stag with branching antlers. the body is decorated with turquoise inlays, including circular and teardrop-shaped elements along the border. the reverse is fitted with three integral studs for attachment. for similar see: l'or des scythes, trésors de l'ermitage, leningrad, 1991, cat. 17, p. 134. size: 90mm x 57mm; weight: 45g provenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the french art market in the 1970s. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"8","title":{"en":"stunning scythian bronze and turquoise belt fitting depicting stag in frame"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30191/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":2000,"soldPrice":4200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:30.963Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30191,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30192/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30192/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30192/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 100 bc. a bronze belt fitting cast in the form of a recumbent stag with an elongated body and stylised, branching antlers extending along the back. the body is decorated with turquoise inserts, including circular and teardrop shapes inlaid along the eye, shoulder, flank, and haunch. the reverse is hollowed and fitted with attachment lugs. for similar see: l'or des scythes, trésors de l'ermitage, leningrad, 1991, cat. 17, p. 134. size: 77mm x 45mm; weight: 40g provenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the french art market in the 1970s. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"9","title":{"en":"stunning scythian bronze and turquoise belt fitting depicting stag"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30192/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":2000,"soldPrice":2400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:30.965Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30192,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30193/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30193/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30193/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 300 bc. a circular openwork gold medallion with a suspension loop above and an attachment ring below. the central field depicts a stylised bird in profile with a pronounced crest, curved beak, and striated plumage, enclosed within a dotted border.for similar see: l'or des scythes, ermitage museum, cat. 143.size: 23mm x 14mm; weight: 1gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1990s uk collection of ancient art."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"10","title":{"en":"scythian openwork high karat gold medallion"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30193/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":440,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.573Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30193,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30194/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30194/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30194/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30194/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30194/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 300 bc. a tapering gold pin with a finial in the form of a recumbent ibex, its limbs folded beneath the body and horns curving backwards. the surface is detailed with incised grooves marking the contours and musculature.for similar iconography see: l'or des scythes, ermitage museum, 1975, cat. 163.size: 59.5mm x 14.6mm; weight: 2.18gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the us art market; ex. private collection, bergen county, new jersey, formed in the 1970s-2000s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"11","title":{"en":"stunning scythian high karat gold pin with ibex"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30194/view","tags":["ukJewellery_BroochesPins","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":460,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.299Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30194,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30195/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30195/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30195/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1300 - 900 bc. a barrel-shaped banded agate bead encircled by three gold bands decorated with punched dots and herringbone motifs, set within a gold mount with a suspension loop formed of arched wire embellished with granulated clusters.for similar see: christie's, live auction 2770, ancient jewelry, lot. 302.size: 41mm x 48mm; weight: 23.63gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the us art market; ex. private collection, bergen county, new jersey, formed in the 1970s-2000s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"12","title":{"en":"bactrian high karat gold pendant with large agate bead"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30195/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":2000,"soldPrice":2800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.300Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30195,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30196/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30196/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30196/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1000. an openwork gold ring formed of a wide hoop formed of linked arches set between pronounced borders. the raised bezel is textured with dense filigree and set with four drop-shaped pink garnet cabochons positioned at the cardinal points around a central dark red cabochon. four raised bosses flank the bezel.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: l.2015.72.7.size: d:14.07mm / us: 2 7/8 / uk: f; weight: 5gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"13","title":{"en":"merovingian openwork high karat gold ring with red garnet cabochons"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30196/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.301Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30196,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30197/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30197/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30197/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 700. a blue lapis lazuli intaglio engraved with a frontal portrait of christ with a beard, long hair, and nimbus, enclosed within a circular border. the bezel is set within a stepped, conical-shaped gold mount and is joined to a plain gold hoop. reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist. for similar see: h. c. evans and w. d. wixom, the glory of byzantium: art and culture of the middle byzantine era, cats. 127, 128, 131; the british museum, museum number af.224. size: d:16.1mm / us: 5 1/2 / uk: k 1/2; weight: 6.6g provenance: private uk collection; formerly in the collection of t.a. 1980s-1990s, london. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"14","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold ring with lapis lazuli intaglio depicting christ"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30197/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":2000,"soldPrice":2400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.303Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30197,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30198/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30198/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 600. a matched pair of gold earrings, each formed from a circular hoop supporting a crescent-shaped openwork panel decorated with intricate filigree and bordered along the lower edge with a row of fine spirals. suspended below are seed pearls, each mounted on a loop and attached with coiled gold wire.for similar see: a. bollok, byzantine jewellery of the hungarian conquest period: a view from the balkans, plates 2-5.size: 43-45mm x 40-42mm; weight: 12gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"15","title":{"en":"pair of byzantine openwork high karat gold earrings with pearls"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30198/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":2000,"soldPrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.315Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30198,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30199/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30199/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a matched pair of gold earrings, each formed from a crescent-shaped hoop supporting three suspended chains. each chain is composed of twisted links terminating in a conical gold finial and a spherical pearl.for similar see: christie's, live auction 2770, ancient jewelry, lot 449.size: 175-185mm x 20-22mm; weight: 18gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"16","title":{"en":"matched pair of byzantine high karat gold and pearl earrings"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30199/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":2000,"soldPrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.326Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30199,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30200/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30200/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30200/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30200/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 800. a gold cross composed of a central oval cell flanked by four symmetrically arranged teardrop-shaped arms, each set with a green glass cabochon. the reverse is decorated with incised leaf motifs radiating from the centre, with an engraved monogram within the oval field. small gold globules are positioned between the arms, and each terminal is finished with an applied gold bead. a suspension loop is affixed above the upper arm.size: 45mm x 40mm; weight: 5.2gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on london art market, 1990s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"17","title":{"en":"frankish high karat gold cross with green glass cabochons and monogram"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30200/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":4000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.338Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30200,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30201/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30201/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30201/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca . ad 600 . a 20.5 kt gold cross pendant formed of four rounded lobes, each set with a garnet cabochon within a circular beaded collet. the lobes are outlined with a ridged border and joined by a central vertical spine flanked by small raised beads. a large suspension loop is attached at the top. size: 31mm x 26mm; weight: 4g provenance: private london collection; formerly in south german private collection 1980s-early1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"18","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold cross pendant with red garnet cabochons"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30201/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.349Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30201,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30202/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30202/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30202/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 800 . a gold cross pendant formed of four flat arms radiating from a central circular setting, composed of hammered sheet gold. the obverse is embellished with granulated-style punched decoration along the arms. at the centre is a multi-layered agate cabochon, domed and polished, showcasing concentric bands in dark brown, grey and white, set within a raised circular bezel. the suspension loop is cylindrical, adorned with an applied gold filigree scroll motif. the reverse is undecorated, the construction is hollow and lightweight.size: 55mm x 52mm; weight: 7gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the french art market, 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"19","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold cross pendant with banded agate cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30202/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.362Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30202,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30203/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30203/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30203/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30203/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30203/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30203/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30203/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 900. a gold ring with gold pellets. the stepped hoop widens on the shoulders to form a floral-shaped bezel that secures the amethyst cabochon with four triangular points. for similar see: magnificent lustre: southeast asian gold jewellery and ornaments from an asian private collection, sotheby's, online auction, 1-8 september 2022, n. 15, 16. size: d:14.07mm / us: 2 7/8 / uk: f; weight: 14g provenance: property of a london art gallery, acquired on the us art market; ex. private collection (1926-2019), chicago, formed in the 1970s-2000s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"20","title":{"en":"stunning heavy javanese high karat gold ring with amethyst cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30203/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukAsianAntiques_SoutheastAsian","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery","ukAsianAntiques"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.375Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30203,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30204/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30204/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30204/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1000. an oval pendant with a raised image of christ pantocrator, shown frontally with a nimbate cross behind the head, holding a gospel book in his left hand. the image is enclosed within a plain gold frame. a suspension loop is affixed at the top, fronted by a prominent gold bead. clusters of small applied gold beads are positioned at the horizontal axis and along the lower edge of the frame. for similar see: the penn museum, 29-128-575. size: 45mm x 30mm; weight: 17g provenance: private london collection; formerly in south german private collection 1980s-early1990s. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"22","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold pendant with cameo depicting christ"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30204/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":3000,"soldPrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.582Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":30204,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30205/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30205/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30205/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30205/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30205/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 700. a cylindrical glass bottle set within an openwork bronze mount, suspended by three chains joined at the top by a hook and converging through a pierced rosette terminal. the clear glass body is enclosed in a cage of bronze cross-shaped mounts, each arm decorated with concentric circles and terminating in rounded lobes. the crosses extend from a ring at the shoulder to another at the base, which rests on three ball feet. a domed bronze lid covers the mouth of the bottle.size: 450mm x 80mm; weight: 310gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the london art market in the 1970s.this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"23","title":{"en":"rare byzantine glass bottle in bronze openwork suspension mount"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30205/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":3000,"soldPrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.584Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":30205,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30206/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30206/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30206/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30206/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a shallow silver bowl with gently curving walls and a central decorative medallion depicting a gold repoussé pheasant shown in left profile, with finely incised plumage and a long tail extending in a graceful arc. a crescent crowns the bird\u2019s crest, and it stands within a circular border formed of twin concentric braided bands. for similar see: christie's, live auction 5054, islamic, 19 october 1993, lot 281. size: 30mm x 200mm; weight: 470g provenance: private london collection, acquired on the uk art market, 1990s. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"24","title":{"en":"sasanian silver-gilt shallow bowl with pheasant"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30206/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_SilverSilverplateditems","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":2000,"soldPrice":3800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.587Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30206,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30207/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30207/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30207/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30207/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30207/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30207/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30207/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 600. a silver spoon with an elongated handle ending in a rounded finial and a flat section inscribed 'pvritas' in niello, flanked by cross-shaped marks. the handle descends at a sharp angle towards a deep pear-shaped bowl. for similar see: christie's, live auction 22666, antiquities, lot 139; the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 2005.39. size: 180mm x 25mm; weight: 19.3g provenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market before 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"25","title":{"en":"byzantine silver and niello spoon with inscription 'pvritas'"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30207/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_SilverSilverplateditems","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.591Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30207,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30208/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30208/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30208/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30208/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30208/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30208/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30208/007/007.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a silver spoon with a long, tapering handle surmounted by a decorative finial, the lower section curving gently into a stylised dolphin-form element that connects to an ovate bowl with slightly raised sides. for similar see: christie's, live auction 1164, ancient jewelry, lot 664. size: 200mm x 25mm; weight: 30.74g provenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market before 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"26","title":{"en":"late roman / early byzantine silver ritual spoon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30208/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_SilverSilverplateditems","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.615Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30208,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30209/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30209/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30209/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30209/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30209/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1000. a large iron processional cross with flaring arms, each terminating in rounded knobs at the corners, the ends slightly widened and arched. the vertical shaft tapers towards a bulbous knop and faceted baluster. mounted on a modern stand. mounted on a modern stand.for similar see: h. c. evans, and w. d. wixom, the glory of byzantium, art and culture of the middle byzantine era, the metropolitan museum of art, 1997, cat. 232, p. 344.size: 575mm x 275mm; weight: 1.17kgprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the dutch art market in the 1990s.this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"27","title":{"en":"large byzantine iron processional cross"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30209/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.617Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":30209,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30210/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30210/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30210/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 800 . a circular gold medallion, featuring a central cabochon garnet surrounded by a ring of smaller garnet cabochons set in raised collets. the outer field is decorated with alternating applied gold elements in the form of stylised stars, all set against a textured ground. fine beaded wire borders define the central and peripheral zones. two loop attachments are soldered to the edge on opposite sides for suspension. the reverse is plain and slightly concave.size: 48mm x 40mm; weight: 8gprovenance: private london collection; previously denier collection, france 1980s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"28","title":{"en":"merovingian or lombard high karat gold medallion with central decoration of cabochons"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30210/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":1300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.619Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30210,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30211/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30211/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a collection of three gold pendants, each set with a central cabochon. the first is pear-shaped with an insert framed by a plain gold sheet and an applied loop for suspension. the second pendant has a similar form and is mounted with a dark red garnet, enclosed within a beaded gold border and surrounded by granules applied symmetrically. the third is circular, with a red cabochon at the centre, bordered by two concentric beaded bands.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1923,0716.17.size: 11-25mm x 11-17mm; weight: 5gprovenance: private london collection; previously acquired from a belgian collection (1980s-1990s).this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"29","title":{"en":"collection of merovingian high karat gold pendants with cabochons"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30211/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.622Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30211,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30212/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30212/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30212/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30212/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30212/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30212/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"western europe, merovingian, ca. ad 500 - 700. a beautiful gold ring with a circular band and an inset garnet cabochon gem in a concave, elliptical bezel.for more information on merovingian art, see effros, b. & moreira, i. (2020). the oxford handbook of the merovingian world. oxford university press, 916ff.size: d:16.31mm / us: 5 3/4 / uk: l; weight: 9gprovenance: private london collection; uk art market early 2000s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"30","title":{"en":"merovingian high karat gold and garnet stone ring"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30212/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.623Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30212,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30213/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30213/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30213/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a gold plaque formed in two parts, the upper section enclosing a red stone set in a box-shaped cell with serrated border. the lower teardrop-shaped section is set with a garnet insert bordered by a row of applied gold granules, framed by a raised edge. the reverse is flat with an attachment loop affixed to the upper end.size: 32mm x 11mm; weight: 3gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1980s mayfair family private collection."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"31","title":{"en":"merovingian high karat gold plaque with cloisonné"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30213/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.628Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£600 - £1,000","currency":"GBP","id":30213,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30214/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30214/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30214/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a gilt-bronze mount of square form, centring a circular red glass inlay within a floral design of eight translucent green-glass petals alternating with red fields. the reverse is flat and fitted with four attachment loops.size: 31mm x 31mm; weight: 17gprovenance: private london collection; previously acquired from a austrian collection (1980s-1990s)."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"32","title":{"en":"merovingian gilt-bronze fitting with cloisonné"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30214/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_CloisonneChampleve","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:30.967Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30214,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30215/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30215/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 600. a pair of silver-gilt brooches with garnet inlays. the one on the left is cast in the form of a stylised horse, with a compact body joined to a flat base, and the head detailed with incised lines to indicate the mane and jaw. a circular cell at the eye is set with a red garnet. the brooch on the right is crescent-shaped, with sharply angled terminals and a central teardrop-shaped garnet in a raised bezel, flanked by two smaller circular settings inset with red and white glass.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1891,1019.81.size: 22-23mm x 13-15mm; weight: 7gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the french art market, 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"33","title":{"en":"pair of merovingian silver-gilt brooches with inset garnets"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30215/view","tags":["ukJewellery_BroochesPins","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:24.431Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30215,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30216/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30216/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30216/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a gold ring composed of a thin, tapering hoop made from rounded wire, attached directly to the underside of a plain, circular bezel set with a convex garnet cabochon of deep red hue.size: d:14.68mm / us: 3 1/2 / uk: g 1/2; weight: 2gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"34","title":{"en":"merovingian high karat gold ring with red garnet cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30216/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:24.439Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30216,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30217/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30217/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a pair comprising a gilt-bronze brooch and a vessel spout. on the left, a brooch cast in the form of a stylised raven with a broad tail, deeply hooked beak, and a circular recess for the eye. on the right, a separately cast bronze spout in the form of a dragon\u2019s head.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 17.192.180.size: 26-29mm x 14-18mm; weight: 13gprovenance: private london collection; formerly in german private collection 1980s-early1990s."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"35","title":{"en":"merovingian gilt-bronze raven brooch and dragon-shaped spout"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30217/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:30.968Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£600 - £1,000","currency":"GBP","id":30217,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30218/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30218/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30218/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 450 - 525. a bronze belt buckle with a rectangular plate framed by a border of alternating square cells enclosing punched xs and ring motifs. the central field is executed in cloisonné, with an oval dark blue cabochon set within a matrix of irregular compartments filled with yellow and red inlays. a matching oval cabochon, smaller in size, is set into the prong extending from the fastening loop. the loop itself is decorated with shallow crescent-shaped incisions and joined to the plate by a simple bar secured with rivets.for similar see: v. bierbrauer, goti dell'oriente e dell'occidente europeo tra la fine del v e la prima metà del vi secolo alla luce delle fonti archeologiche, fibula tipo udine planis variante 2.size: 53mm x 117mm; weight: 145gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the london art market in the 1970s.this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"36","title":{"en":"large merovingian inlaid bronze belt buckle with central cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30218/view","tags":["ukFashion_BeltsBuckles","ukFashion","ukFashion_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:24.477Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30218,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30219/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30219/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30219/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 600. a circular silver-gilt appliqué with a flat profile, pierced at four points along the perimeter. the central raised section is decorated with a quatrefoil cut-out and inlaid with a red garnet, encircled by a punched border. four radial bands divide the field into quadrants filled with gilded decoration, bordered by a slightly raised outer edge. the reverse is undecorated. for similar see: t. d. kendrik, anglo saxon art, plate xxxi, n.5 size: 70mm x 70mm; weight: 54.9g provenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market, 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"37","title":{"en":"merovingian or saxon silver-gilt appliqué with central red garnet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30219/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":2000,"soldPrice":2400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:30.970Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30219,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30220/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30220/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30220/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 700. a gold ring with a high disc-shaped bezel set with a red garnet cabochon. the bezel has straight vertical walls and a plain upper surface framing the centrally placed stone. a pair of applied gold globules decorates each side of the bezel. the hoop is round in cross-section and connects to the bezel at a sharp angle.size: d:14.07mm / us: 2 7/8 / uk: f; 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weight: 70g provenance: private london collection, acquired on london art market, 1990s. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"39","title":{"en":"pair of saxon era bronze square-headed brooches"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30221/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:30.972Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30221,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30222/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30222/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30222/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 700. a cast bronze brooch in the form of a stylised cross, flaring at the terminals with incised geometric decoration and small knobs along the edge. the central bow is flanked by two opposed bird-head motifs rendered in profile, likely representing ravens. below, the elongated foot tapers towards a flat terminal and is decorated with diagonal grooves and two further stylised bird-head finials. the reverse retains the catch plate and hinge. for similar see: the british museum, museum number wg.1978. size: 138.2mm x 84.7mm; weight: 103g provenance: private london collection, acquired on london art market, 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"40","title":{"en":"saxon era bronze brooch with ravens"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30222/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:30.974Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30222,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30223/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30223/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30223/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30223/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 480 - 530. a silver-gilt brooch with engraved motifs on its main section. the brooch has a rectangular central part with a prominent ridge and meander patterns. the bottom of the design is shaped like a stylised animal muzzle, while the top is hemispherical and adorned with a geometric line pattern. the brooch is topped with five protruding knots. for similar see: early merovingian women\u2019s brooches, max martin, n. 20.7 , p. 229. provenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"41","title":{"en":"merovingian silver-gilt radiant brooch"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30223/view","tags":["ukJewellery_BroochesPins","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:24.509Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30223,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30224/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30224/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30224/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30224/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600. a pair of silver-gilt bracelets, each comprising an openwork cuff and a hinged square clasp. the cuffs are decorated with a row of three circular openwork medallions, each enclosing a six-petalled rosette with triangular piercings between the petals. the borders are framed by finely hatched bands. each clasp is set with a central oval glass cabochon, surrounded by four teardrop-shaped inlays interspersed with small circular settings, all arranged around a cross motif. raised studs are positioned along the edges of the clasps. for similar see: the british museum, museum number af.351. size: 53-55mm x 60-63mm; weight: 135g provenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market, 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"42","title":{"en":"pair of silver-gilt byzantine bracelets with cross and glass cabochons"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30224/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.360Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30224,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30225/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30225/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30225/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30225/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1000. a complete bronze belt composed of nine interlinked openwork plaques, each centred with a cross formed by four lobed arms enclosed within a circular frame. the plaques are linked by small rings and riveted hinges. the fastening mechanism includes a loop-and-tongue buckle and an elongated strap-end. for similar see: a. bosselmann-ruickbie, the oxford handbook of byzantine art and culture, fig. 37.3. size: 670mm x 50mm; weight: 215g provenance: private london collection; previously french art market 1970s/1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"43","title":{"en":"complete byzantine bronze belt with crosses"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30225/view","tags":["ukFashion_BeltsBuckles","ukFashion","ukFashion_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.362Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30225,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30226/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30226/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30226/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30226/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1000. a bronze belt composed of nine interlinked openwork plaques, each centred with a cross formed by four lobed arms enclosed within a circular frame. the surface of each cross is decorated with punched concentric rings and ring-and-dot motifs. the plaques are connected by looped links. for similar see: a. bosselmann-ruickbie, the oxford handbook of byzantine art and culture, fig. 37.2. size: 700mm x 50mm; weight: 270g provenance: private london collection; previously french art market 1970s/1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"44","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze belt with crosses"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30226/view","tags":["ukFashion_BeltsBuckles","ukFashion","ukFashion_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.363Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30226,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30227/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30227/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30227/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30227/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30227/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30227/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 601. an oval-shaped shallow bowl hammered from silver, with gently convex sides and a rounded base. the exterior is plain, while the interior base is engraved and gilt with a standing male figure dressed in a long, patterned garment, hands raised in a gesture of reverence. his hair is arranged in a knotted coiffure with a diadem, and the facial features are rendered with minimal detail. for similar see: christie's, live auction 20677, antiquities, lot 62 . size: 160mm x 125mm; 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c. cosma, warriors, weapons and harness from the 5th to the 10th century in the carpathian basin, taf. 19; i. bugarski, f. 1 pg. 130.size: 140-210mm x 5-140mm; weight: 675gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the us art market in the 1990s.this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"46","title":{"en":"rare viking iron shield"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30228/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.377Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30228,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30229/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30229/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 1100. a large collection of iron objects, including spearheads with narrow, leaf-shaped or tapering blades; knife blades with straight or curved edges; chisels and pointed tools of varying widths and lengths; belt components such as a buckle with a square frame and central pin, as well as fittings including mounts, and strap ends.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1852,0329.421, 1852,0329.125, 1852,0329.261; a. m. heen-pattersen, insular artefacts from viking-age burials from mid norway. a review of contact between trøndelag and britain and ireland, fig. 11; d. carlsson, viking knives from the island of gotland, arkeodoc. size: 36-230mm x 12-50mm; weight: 460gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the us art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"47","title":{"en":"large collection of viking iron weapons and objects"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30229/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.388Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30229,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30230/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30230/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 900. a set of four equestrian fittings, including a pair of iron stirrups with curved treadplates surmounted by rectangular openwork extensions; an iron bit with circular cheek rings at each end; and a domed circular bronze attachment with a central perforation for a forehead plume.for similar see: c. d. stelter, the horse and the norse: reconstructing the equine in viking iceland, fig. 5.2.2b; c. cosma, warriors, weapons and harness from the 5th to the 10th century in the carpathian basin, pl. 4; i. bugarski, f. 10, pg. 138; j. zabjnik, taf. vii. beigaben aus dem grab 42/61. 10 maßstab b. \u2013 sonst maßstab a, pg. 168.size: 125-295mm x 40-125mm; weight: 685gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the us art market in the 1990s.this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"48","title":{"en":"set of viking equestrian fittings"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30230/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:30.975Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30230,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30231/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30231/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30231/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1000. a gold medallion decorated with a central raised boss surrounded by three rectangular cells filled with dense granulation. scrolls of twisted wire extend across the surface, terminating in applied pellets, all framed by a plain raised rim bordered with a twisted wire fillet. the ribbed suspension loop is ornamented with heart-shaped motifs and applied granules.for similar see: a. reynolds and l. webster, early medieval art and archaeology in the northern world, brill, 2013, fig. 3-7.size: 30mm x 24mm; weight: 8gprovenance: private london collection; previously acquired from a austrian collection (1980s-1990s).this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"49","title":{"en":"viking scandinavian high karat gold medallion"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30231/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":2200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.400Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30231,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30232/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30232/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30232/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 900. a matched pair of openwork gold earrings, each formed as a hollow polyhedral bead with lobed panels of granulated scrolls and lattice-filled compartments. both terminate in a small spherical finial and are fitted with a hinged wire hook at the top.for similar see: m. jenkins, m. keene, islamic jewelry in the metropolitan museum of art, cat. 39a-39b.size: 20-34mm x 19-20mm; weight: 8gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"50","title":{"en":"pair of viking age openwork high karat gold earrings"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30232/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.411Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30232,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30233/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30233/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30233/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 900. a circular medallion with a central field decorated with an interlaced motif, framed by a plain border and an outer ring incised with a repeating notched pattern. three rounded bosses are arranged around the field, with a garnet cabochon set in the centre. a broad suspension loop is attached at the top. for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1921,1101.139. size: 57mm x 49mm; weight: 30.3g provenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market, 1990s. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"51","title":{"en":"rare viking silver-gilt medallion with central cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30233/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.424Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30233,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30234/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30234/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30234/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30234/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30234/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a silver disc engraved with a symmetrical arrangement of interlaced animals and foliate scrolls within a grid of intersecting panels. each pillow-shaped compartment encloses a stylised creature in fine linework with punched detail, framed by almond-shaped panels filled with scrollwork. small perforations are evenly spaced around the perimeter and one at the centre.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1925,0114.2.size: 68mm x 67.5mm; weight: 26.20gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the us art market in the 1990s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"52","title":{"en":"viking silver disc with engraved animals"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30234/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_SilverSilverplateditems","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.583Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30234,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30235/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30235/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30235/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a bracelet formed from a broad silver band with a continuous frieze of raised hemispherical bosses set within rectangular fields. each field is bordered by twisted wire.size: 82mm x 80mm; weight: 36.8gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"53","title":{"en":"viking era silver bracelet with raised bosses"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30235/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.587Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30235,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30236/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30236/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30236/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30236/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a broad silver bracelet with central carination, bordered along both edges by a beaded ridge. the outer face is decorated with a series of closely spaced punched triangular motifs arranged in horizontal rows. for similar see: a. tvauri, the migration period, pre-viking age and viking age in estonia, 2012, estonian archeology 4, fig. 211, p. 294. size: 100mm x 98mm; weight: 56.25g provenance: private uk collection; formerly in swinkels collection, holland before 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"54","title":{"en":"stunning viking silver bracelet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30236/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.595Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30236,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30237/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30237/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30237/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30237/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30237/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1100. a silver and niello open-type bracelet with a rounded hoop expanding to two triangular terminal plates. each terminal bears a circular medallion with a lion in profile against a punched ground, with the edges and corner motifs picked out in niello.size: 65mm x 60mm; weight: 45gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the london art market in the 1980s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"55","title":{"en":"viking age silver and niello bracelet with lions"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30237/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":1200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.615Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30237,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30238/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30238/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30238/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30238/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30238/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1000. a silver bracelet of penannular form with a broad, faceted outer surface. the decoration consists of a continuous band of opposed triangles, each enclosing a triad of punched dots, separated by slender hourglass motifs. the composition is framed above and below by rows of finely punched borders. the terminals are plain and slightly bevelled.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1841,0711.509.size: 85mm x 70mm; weight: 52gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"56","title":{"en":"viking silver bracelet with stamped triangles"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30238/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":380,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.627Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30238,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30239/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30239/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30239/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30239/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 1100. a solid silver bracelet formed from a twisted rod terminating in broad, flat terminals of heart-like shape, both decorated with double-spirals and raised bosses. for similar see: m. jenkins and m. keene, islamic jewelry in the metropolitan museum of art, cat. 27. size: 55.2mm x 67.8mm; weight: 69.11g provenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market, 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"57","title":{"en":"viking period silver bracelet with heart-shaped terminals"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30239/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":480,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.642Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30239,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30240/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30240/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30240/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30240/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30240/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30240/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30240/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30240/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30240/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30240/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1000 - 1200. a silver bracelet formed from a round-section band that broadens into sharply flaring terminals. each bears a stylised gryphon in low relief within a medallion, the surrounding triangular fields shallowly incised with scrolling vegetal motifs and inlaid with niello. the outer edges are framed by a narrow border of punched dots.size: 58mm x 67mm; weight: 44.5gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market before 2000.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"58","title":{"en":"viking age silver and niello bracelet with gryphons"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30240/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":950,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.651Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30240,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30241/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30241/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30241/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30241/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1102. a collection of three silver bracelets comprising one large, heavy bracelet with a ribbed, segmented body and broad, flat terminals decorated with stamped sunburst and concentric circle motifs. the surface is divided by deeply incised diagonal bands bordered by rows of punched dots. the two accompanying bracelets are narrower and flat in profile, both of penannular form. one bears a plain surface with slight edge bevelling and a central ridge, while the other is decorated at the terminals with ropework motifs.for similar see: j. a. graham-campbell, the viking-age silver and gold hoards of scandinavian character from scotland, plate 12, psas 107; o. montelius, catalogue of the collection of antiquities from the swedish viking age, plate xx.size: 50-85mm x 40-80mm; weight: 70gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"59","title":{"en":"collection of viking era silver bracelets"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30241/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.706Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30241,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30242/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30242/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30242/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30242/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 900. a hollow cast silver-gilt pommel with a conical body divided into arched panels. each is decorated with interlaced elements, framed by vertical ribs, and topped with a narrow collar and rounded finial. size: 21mm x 11mm; weight: 5g provenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"60","title":{"en":"saxon or viking silver-gilt pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30242/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.730Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30242,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30243/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30243/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30243/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1000. a discoid bronze brooch plate with gilded surface, bordered by a beaded frame and filled with a raised four-lobed cross motif. the reverse retains a pair of vertical lugs for the pin mechanism. for similar see: j. g. campbell, the viking art, thames and hudson 2013, f. 62. size: 25mm x 25mm; weight: 11g provenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"61","title":{"en":"viking gilt-bronze brooch with central motif"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30243/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.824Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30243,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30244/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30244/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1100. an oval bronze amulet depicting two stylised birds facing one another, each with a hooked beak and circular eye. below them is a central triangle enclosing a raised dot, with two curved arms extending from its sides, each terminating in a rounded boss. the entire composition is bordered by a series of concentric grooves. for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1921,1101.251. size: 35mm x 26mm; weight: 8g provenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"62","title":{"en":"viking bronze amulet with raven heads"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30244/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:34.738Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30244,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30245/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30245/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1100. a circular mount cast in relief with a central figure, likely odin, within a medallion framed by a thick band filled with vegetal and interlacing motifs. for similar see: j. g. campbell, the viking art, thames and hudson 2013, f. 211, p. 180. size: 50mm x 50mm; weight: 34g provenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"63","title":{"en":"viking bronze-gilt disc with odin"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30245/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:34.740Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30245,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30246/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30246/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30246/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1101. a pair of solid silver bracelets of penannular form, each composed of a single thickened rod bent into an open circular shape. both pieces terminate in blunt-cut ends.for similar see: j.j. aillagon, i barbari, la nascita di un nuovo mondo, cat. vi.10.size: 68-80mm x 65-70mm; weight: 70gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"64","title":{"en":"pair of viking era silver penannular bracelets"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30246/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:12.529Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30246,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30247/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30247/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30247/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30247/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30247/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30247/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 800. a thick, penannular silver bracelet with a broad, solid crescentic form tapering towards the ends. the central ridge is flanked on both sides by matching panels engraved with an abstract curvilinear pattern and bordered by punched dot infill.for similar see: j.j. aillagon, i barbari, la nascita di un nuovo mondo, cat. vi.9.size: 70mm x 65mm; weight: 65gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"65","title":{"en":"viking period silver bracelet with engraved geometric motif"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30247/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":260,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:12.530Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30247,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30248/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30248/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 900. a large circular bronze appliqué with a central domed boss surrounded by tight loops and knotwork arranged symmetrically around it. the back is flat with a short rivet projecting from the centre. for similar see: j. g. campbell, the viking art, thames and hudson 2013, f. 57; the british museum, museum number 1921,1101.123. size: 33mm x 33mm; weight: 9g provenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"66","title":{"en":"saxon / viking bronze appliqué with geometric motif"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30248/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:34.742Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30248,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30249/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30249/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30249/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 700. a crescent-shaped axe pendant cast in bronze and gilded on the upper portion, which depicts a stylised face of odin with prominent round eyes and curled elements forming a headdress. for similar see: t. martin, dressing the anglos-saxon body: corporal. meanings and artefacts in early england, 2014, f. 2 the main types of early saxon brooch. (a) great square-headed brooch from lakenheath, suffolk. (b) cruciform brooch from west stow, suffolk. (c) small long brooch from great chesterford, essex. (d) saucer brooch from welford, berkshire (pas find number berk-a6ec93). size: 20mm x 20mm; weight: 4g provenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"67","title":{"en":"viking gilt-bronze axe-shaped pendant with head of odin"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30249/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":1400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:34.743Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30249,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30250/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30250/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30250/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a solid pendant cast in silver in the form of an axe-head with a broad blade and a short, squared butt. a round vertical shaft pierces the butt for suspension.for similar see: p. cucypera, s. wadyl early medieval miniature axes of makarov\u2019s type 2 in the baltic sea region, fg.1 .size: 15mm x 8mm; weight: 3gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"68","title":{"en":"viking silver axe-shaped pendant"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30250/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:12.532Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30250,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30251/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30251/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30251/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. an iron fire-starter set, including on the left a wrought-iron strike with a trapezoidal openwork frame, together with a compact rectangular block enclosed in a riveted sheet casing, its obverse patterned with rows of raised studs.for similar see: the find from tromsø museum, type 1.1.2.size: 33-64mm x 26-30mm; weight: 65gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the belgian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"69","title":{"en":"viking iron fire starter set"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30251/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_Tools","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:34.745Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30251,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30252/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30252/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30252/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30252/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 1000. a collection of five silver objects including a silver drop-shaped pendant of flat section, decorated with bands of punched dots and a series of raised hemispheres; a pair of matching silver penannular brooches, each with triangular plates joined by a round-section loop, the plates ornamented with raised dot motifs, one retaining its pin; a slender silver rod terminal with a flattened tip and a circular knob finial; and a silver penannular brooch with elongated triangular plates and an attached pin.for similar see: g. p. brogiolo, f. marazzi, c. giostra, i longobardi, skira, 2017, p. 321.size: 36.2-73mm x 49-47mm; weight: 46.2gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market before 2000."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"70","title":{"en":"collection of viking silver objects"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30252/view","tags":["ukJewellery_BroochesPins","ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:12.533Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30252,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30253/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30253/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30253/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30253/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 1100. a collection of six silver brooches of oval and d-shaped form, each fitted with an integral pin. the group comprises two larger examples, each with twin blue cabochons in raised circular settings. the remaining four are of smaller size, each with ribbed decoration flanking the pin bar.for similar see: f. androshchuk, from vikings to rus - the danish connection in: rus - vikings in the east, p. 14.size: 27.7-85.4mm x 29.1-80mm; weight: 73.9gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market before 2000."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"71","title":{"en":"collection of viking period silver brooches"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30253/view","tags":["ukJewellery_BroochesPins","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:12.534Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30253,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30254/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30254/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 1000. a pair of silver penannular brooches, each formed from a thick circular frame with decorative knobs flanking the terminals. the brooch on the left has a raised zigzag band encircling the hoop and an attached silver chain. its tapered, round-section pin is secured by a tightly coiled loop. the brooch on the right presents stamped decoration of triangles and dots along the surface, with a flat-sectioned pin that extends well beyond the frame in a sharply tapering profile.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1921,1101.201.size: 40-70mm x 28-32mm; weight: 25gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the london art market, 1970s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"72","title":{"en":"pair of viking silver brooches"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30254/view","tags":["ukJewellery_BroochesPins","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":260,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:21.526Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30254,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30255/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30255/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30255/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30255/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 1100. an iron spearhead with a narrow, elongated blade and two prominent barbs extending downward from the base of the tip. the socket is conical and expands gently towards the base, terminating in a rounded edge with a small rivet hole. mounted on a modern stand.for similar see: c. cosma, warriors, weapons, and harness from the 5-10th centuries in the carpathian basin, taf. 21; wafentypen aus dem gebiet der sântana de mure?-?ernjachov-kultur (nach n. gudea) vor 378: leichte pfeilspitzentypen mit stiel.size: 330mm x 35mm; weight: 485gprovenance: private london collection; bought in vienna, austria in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"73","title":{"en":"viking age iron spearhead"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30255/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:21.528Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30255,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30256/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30256/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30256/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30256/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 1100. an iron spearhead with an elongated, leaf-shaped blade tapering gradually to a sharp point. the central ridge is slightly raised and extends down the length of the blade. the socketed shaft narrows smoothly and terminates in a flared base. mounted on a modern stand.for similar see: kulturhistorisk museum, uio (norway), museum number c115, c13948, c30253, c7155, c26494b, c15785.size: 430mm x 40mm; weight: 230gprovenance: private london collection; bought in vienna, austria in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"74","title":{"en":"viking age iron spearhead"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30256/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:21.531Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30256,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30257/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30257/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a pair of iron weapons, including a socketed spearhead with a broad leaf-shaped blade, pronounced central midrib, and sharp tapering point; and an axe head with a flaring cutting edge and a hammer-like projection extending from the rear of the socket.for similar see: a. m. heen-pattersen, insular artefacts from viking-age burials from mid norway. a review of contact between trøndelag and britain and ireland, fig. 11, c. cosma, warriors, weapons and harness from the 5th to the 10th century in the carpathian basin, i. bugarski, f. 7, p. 136.size: 165-335mm x 40-45mm; weight: 670gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the us art market in the 1990s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"75","title":{"en":"collection of viking iron weapons"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30257/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:21.533Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30257,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30258/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30258/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30258/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 1100. a collection of three iron fire strikers, each with a flat, triangular body tapering to a rounded or hooked end. the first and second examples feature double-looped striking arms extending from the body, while the third has a broad, ridged edge and a single curved loop.size: 65-105mm x 30-50mm; weight: 165gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market before 2000."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"76","title":{"en":"collection of viking iron fire strikers"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30258/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_Tools","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:34.746Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":30258,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30259/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30259/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30259/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30259/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1200. a cast bronze star mace head with a short cylindrical socket. beaded ribs arranged in a cruciform pattern on each face meet at small hemispherical bosses, with the triangular fields between them rising to pyramidal points.size: 65mm x 55mm; weight: 180gprovenance: private london collection.; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired in france between 2000 - 2005, ex. alan kotlar collection, formed in paris in the 1970s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"77","title":{"en":"viking age bronze star mace head"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30259/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:21.534Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30259,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30260/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30260/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30260/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1000. a silver pendant in the form of a shield-maiden, shown in right profile, wearing a long robe with a ribbed lower section and a row of stamped squares along the hem. her head is covered with a stylised helmet or headdress, with a long plait of hair extending down the back. she holds a large circular shield with a swirling segmented design in her right hand and raises a short sword in her left. a pierced lug is set on the reverse.for similar see: vang petersen, p., valkyrier og bersærker. mytologien i smykkekunsten, in madsen, p.k. (ed.), danefæ. skatte fra den danske muld, copenhagen, 2010; garde?a, l., 'warrior-women' in viking age scandinavia, a preliminary archaeological study in analecta archaeologica ressoviensia, vol.8, rzeszów, 2013.size: 38mm x 20mm; weight: 8gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the uk art market in the 1980s.; ex. property of a cambridgeshire, uk, gentleman.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"78","title":{"en":"viking age silver shield-maiden pendant"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30260/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":1400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:21.535Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30260,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30261/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30261/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30261/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30261/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 1000. a cast silver figurine depicting a standing male figure with stylised facial features. he wears a long tunic with incised vertical folds and a belt at the waist, the upper garment decorated with a panel of semicircular motifs. both arms extend from the body, and the legs are rendered as two short stumps. the reverse is flat and undecorated.for similar see: g. g. campell, the viking art, thames and hudson, p. 160, gig. 189-190.size: 30.5mm x 14.5mm; weight: 4gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market, 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"79","title":{"en":"viking silver figurine of a man"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30261/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:21.537Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30261,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30262/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30262/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30262/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 1100. a cast iron pendant in the form of an axe, with a broad, flaring blade tapering to a narrow, socketed shaft. size: 60.7mm x 32.2mm; weight: 22.13g provenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"80","title":{"en":"rare viking miniature iron axe-shaped amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30262/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:34.748Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":30262,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30263/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30263/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30263/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30263/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30263/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1000. a collection of three bronze bracelets, each penannular with a flat-sectioned band and plain straight terminals. the exterior surfaces are decorated with engraved crosses flanked by linear and geometric motifs.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1854,1227.63; 1851,0715.8.size: 45.9-52.8mm x 65.3-68.8mm; weight: 83.4gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market before 2000."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"81","title":{"en":"collection of viking bronze bracelets with crosses"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30263/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":360,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:34.749Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30263,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30264/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30264/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30264/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 900. a bronze amulet in the form of a crescentic axe with sharply pointed terminals, one terminating in a hooked projection. the blade is pierced at the centre with a circular hole and the shaft rises to a socketed collar.for similar see: the archaeological museum in kraków, inventory number: mak/3664.size: 39.7mm x 47.3mm; weight: 6.18gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"82","title":{"en":"viking bronze axe-shaped amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30264/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:34.751Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30264,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30265/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30265/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30265/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 900. a bronze amulet cast in the form of an axe with flared blade and hooked terminals. the shaft is narrow and rises to a flaring collar beneath a flattened suspension loop.for similar see: the archaeological museum in kraków, inventory number: mak/3664.size: 51mm x 55mm; weight: 15.4gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"83","title":{"en":"viking bronze axe-shaped amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30265/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:34.752Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30265,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30266/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30266/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30266/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 800. a silver-gilt brooch formed as a stylised double-headed raven with ridged body. two flattened bosses at either head represent the eyes. the reverse with attachment prongs and a catch. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 17.192. size: 26mm x 15mm; weight: 4g provenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"84","title":{"en":"frankish silver-gilt double raven brooch"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30266/view","tags":["ukJewellery_BroochesPins","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.249Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30266,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30267/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30267/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30267/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30267/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30267/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1400. a gold 21 ct ring with a polygonal section round hoop enlarged on the shoulders and adorned with engraved motifs to form a hexagonal bezel depicting st. barbara close to the wall of a city. size: d:16.1mm / us: 5 1/2 / uk: k 1/2; weight: 9g. provenance: private uk collection; formerly with r. a.; since the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by full authentication report by sami fortune, ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"85","title":{"en":"medieval iconographic ring depicting saint barbara"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30267/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":2000,"soldPrice":4600,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.251Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":30267,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30268/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30268/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30268/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30268/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30268/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30268/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a heavy gold bracelet with a carinated hoop adorned with an incised stylised kufic inscription and hammered surfaces close to the hinge. it has a high bezel securing a round stone, flanked at the shoulders by two red garnets. size: 70mm x 75mm; weight: 24g provenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"86","title":{"en":"byzantine / seljuk heavy high karat gold bracelet with three cabochons"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30268/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.252Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30268,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30269/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30269/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30269/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30269/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1000. a bracelet composed of interlaced loop-in-loop gold chains forming an openwork band, secured at the centre by a large cruciform mount with raised granulation and applied spheres. set at the centre of the mount is a green cabochon emerald in a plain circular bezel.for similar see: m. jenkins, m. keneen, islamic jewelry in the metropolitan museum of art, cat. 44.size: 61.2mm x 66mm; weight: 30.4gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"87","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold openwork bracelet with central emerald"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30269/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":3000,"soldPrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.253Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":30269,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30270/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30270/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 600. a matched pair of gold earrings composed of circular hoops supporting crescent-shaped panels adorned with granulated and twisted wire decoration. each is fitted with five teardrop-shaped amethyst beads, individually mounted on fine gold wires and suspended from looped elements along the lower edge of the crescent.size: 62-62mm x 42-42mm; weight: 21gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"88","title":{"en":"pair of byzantine openwork high karat gold earrings with amethysts"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30270/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.254Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30270,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30271/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30271/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30271/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30271/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 900. a gold ring with an openwork bezel formed of fine filigree scrolls arranged in a symmetrical pattern around a centrally set sapphire cabochon. the bezel is flanked by raised granules and volute-shaped extensions that merge into the shoulders. the hoop is plain with shallow incised lines.size: d:18.75mm / us: 8 3/4 / uk: r; 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weight: 4gprovenance: private london collection; formerly in south german private collection 1980s-early1990s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"90","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold ring with banded agate cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30272/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.257Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30272,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30273/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30273/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30273/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 500. a red garnet cabochon set in a cup-shaped bezel with a faceted outer wall. the bezel is framed by eight evenly spaced gold spheres, applied around the edge in a radiating pattern. the slender, circular hoop is plain and merges seamlessly with the base of the bezel.for similar see: j. spier, byzantium and the west in the first millennium ad. introduction 35.size: d:15.7mm / us: 5 / uk: j 1/2; weight: 3gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"91","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold ring with chalice bezel and red garnet cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30273/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.261Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30273,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30274/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30274/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30274/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600. a gold ring with a wide hoop decorated in relief with a repeating lozenge pattern flanked by parallel ridges. the circular bezel is inset with a domed garnet cabochon of deep red hue, framed by a border of small granules and encircled by a notched collar forming a radiating edge. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 17.190.1654; 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(rho), encircled by a laurel wreath. the oval gem is set in a plain gold bezel attached to a narrow, round-sectioned hoop. for similar see: chris entwistle, noël adams, \"gems of heaven\": recent research on engraved gemstones in late antiquity, c. ad 200-600, plate 21, f.3. size: d:16.1mm / us: 5 1/2 / uk: k 1/2; weight: 2g provenance: private london collection; previously in a 1990s uk collection of ancient art."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"93","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold ring with red garnet intaglio depicting chi-rho"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30275/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:07.984Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30275,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30276/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30276/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30276/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600. a green stone cabochon with a slightly domed, irregular surface held in a plain collet with raised edges, set in a possibly later gold ring with a rectangular bezel, a solid hoop of oval section tapering towards the back, and sharply angled shoulders linking the hoop to the bezel. for similar see: chris entwistle, noël adams, \"gems of heaven\": recent research on engraved gemstones in late antiquity, c. ad 200-600, plate 21, f.3. size: d:14.48mm / us: 3 1/4 / uk: g; weight: 3g provenance: private london collection; previously in a 1990s uk collection of ancient art."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"94","title":{"en":"byzantine green stone cabochon set in high karat gold ring"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30276/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:07.986Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30276,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30277/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30277/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30277/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 700. a solid gold ring with an octagonal bezel engraved with a complex monogram composed of intersecting letters and a cross. the bezel is attached to a slender circular hoop.for similar see: christie's, live auction 18863, antiquities, lot 54.size: d:18.95mm / us: 9 / uk: r 1/2; weight: 6gprovenance: private london collection; previously french art market 1970s/1980s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"95","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold bishop's ring with monogram"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30277/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:07.988Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30277,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30278/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30278/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 800. a pair of gold cruciform pendants, including, from the left, a cross composed of four lobes, each with a loop on the outer edge, enclosing a rectangular green stone at the centre; and an openwork cross formed of four circular arms with beaded outer borders framing scroll-shaped filigree, centred by a deep red cabochon in a circular bezel surrounded by pellets, with additional granules at the junctions and terminals. with some repairs. size: 28-35mm x 28-35mm; weight: 4gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market, 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"96","title":{"en":"pair of byzantine high karat gold cross pendants with gemstones"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30278/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":1400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:07.990Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30278,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30279/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30279/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30279/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 800. a rectangular green glass inlay enclosed in a high-walled bezel set in a gold ring with a flat-section hoop.for similar see: j. spier, byzantium and the west, the jewelry in the first millennium, cat. 10.2.size: d:13.83mm / us: 2 3/4 / uk: e 1/2; weight: 4gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"97","title":{"en":"byzantine green glass bezel in high karat gold ring"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30279/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:07.991Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30279,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30280/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30280/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30280/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600. a gold ring with a plain, circular hoop supporting a broad bezel engraved with a frontal eagle, wings outstretched and head turned to the left. above the eagle\u2019s head is a monogram inlaid with niello, composed of a vertical shaft with crossbars and greek letters.for similar see: the benaki museum, ?? 1829.size: d:18.75mm / us: 8 3/4 / uk: r; weight: 5gprovenance: private london collection; previously acquired from a new york private collection formed in the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"98","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold ring with imperial eagle engraving and niello monogram"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30280/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":2800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:07.992Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30280,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30281/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30281/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30281/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600. a gold ring with a plain hoop and circular bezel, engraved with two facing busts. a star is placed between the heads, and the greek inscription ??????? is positioned below.for similar see: j. spier, byzantium and the west, jewelry in the first millennium, cat. 17.size: d:17.32mm / us: 7 / uk: n 1/2; weight: 4gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"99","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold ring with omonoia inscription"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30281/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":1400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:07.994Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30281,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30282/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30282/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a matched pair of gold earrings, each composed of a circular hoop with three suspended plaited chain pendants. each chain terminates in a drop-shaped banded agate bead set between granulated gold caps.for similar see: christie's, live auction 2770, ancient jewelry, lot 449.size: 80-80mm x 22-23mm; weight: 15gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"100","title":{"en":"matched pair of byzantine high karat gold and banded agate earrings"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30282/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:07.995Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30282,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30283/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30283/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30283/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 . a gold ring composed of a tapering hoop with applied circular elements on the shoulders. the flat bezel is decorated with a schematic monogram incorporating stylised letters, filled with niello inlay.for similar see: christie's. live auction 7207, ancient jewelry, lot 186 (shoulders and hoop).size: d:16.1mm / us: 5 1/2 / uk: k 1/2; weight: 5gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"101","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold ring with niello monogram"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30283/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:07.996Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30283,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30284/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30284/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30284/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 900 . a solid gold hoop that broadens slightly at the shoulders, decorated with irregular circular elements. the flat bezel is engraved with the standing figure of the virgin mary holding the christ child, both filled with niello. the figures are rendered in simplified linear silhouette, with the virgin shown in frontal posture and the child positioned to her left.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 10.130.1511.size: d:14.88mm / us: 3 3/4 / uk: h; weight: 6gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"102","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold and niello ring with the virgin mary and the child"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30284/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.291Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30284,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30285/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30285/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30285/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600. a gold ring with a plain hoop and broad circular bezel engraved with two confronting busts flanking a central cross. a two-line greek inscription is engraved beneath the busts.for similar see: j. spier, byzantium and the west, jewelry in the first millennium, cat. 17.size: d:14.48mm / us: 3 1/4 / uk: g; weight: 3gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"103","title":{"en":"rare byzantine high karat gold marriage ring"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30285/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.292Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30285,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30286/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30286/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30286/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a pair of gold rings. the one on the left is set with a lozenge-shaped green stone framed within a high bezel bordered with applied granules and supported by a broad hoop with braided decoration. the ring on the right is composed of a flat-sectioned hoop widening at the bezel to accommodate three oblong cabochon stones: two red and one dark blue, each housed in a recessed oval integrated into the gold surface.for similar see: j. spier, byzantium and the west, jewelry in the first millennium, cat. 9.1. size: d:12-14.07mm / us: 1/2-2 7/8 / uk: a-f; weight: 3gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"104","title":{"en":"late roman/early byzantine pair of high karat gold rings with stones"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30286/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":480,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.294Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30286,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":700,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30287/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30287/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30287/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a matched pair of gold earrings with triangular pendants inlaid with garnet cabochons. each earring is composed of a hinged triangular plate set with three garnets: a large central cabochon and two smaller ones at the lower corners. three granulated loops are suspended from the bottom edge of each triangle. the wires are looped and attached by a hinge mechanism at the apex of the triangle.size: 34-35mm x 17-17mm; weight: 7gprovenance: private london collection; previously french art market 1970s/1980s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"105","title":{"en":"early byzantine/merovingian earrings with red garnet cabochons"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30287/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":700,"soldPrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.295Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30287,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30288/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30288/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30288/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600. a circular gold appliqué embossed with the frontal image of a male saint in high relief, wearing a tunic with long sleeves. the figure holds an indistinct object in the left hand, while the right arm is raised across the chest. a red cabochon is set in a raised bezel above the head. the border is framed with a twisted gold wire, with four small perforations placed around the edge for attachment.size: 33mm x 27mm; weight: 2gprovenance: private london collection; formerly in south german private collection 1980s-early1990sthis item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"106","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold appliqué with red cabochon depicting saint"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30288/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:22:38.319Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30288,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30289/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30289/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30289/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600. a gold pendant in the form of a tubular element with two ribbed loops above and a cross motif in granulation on the central panel. the cross is composed of small gold spheres arranged symmetrically across the front, flanked by triangular granulated clusters beneath the loops. the tube is sealed at both ends and has three small projections along the base.for similar see: f. h. marchall ma. catalogue of jewellery greek, etruscan, and roman, in the deparment of antiquities, british musuem, 1911, cat. 2059.size: 26mm x 13mm; weight: 4gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1980s mayfair family private collection.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"107","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold bar-shaped pendant with cross"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30289/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":950,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.297Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30289,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30290/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30290/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30290/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30290/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1000. a trapezoidal appliqué made from sheet gold and decorated on the front with a symmetrical design formed of a central vertical line flanked by opposing volutes, framed above by two parallel horizontal ribs. a pair of narrow loops is soldered to the back, both formed from rolled sheet.for similar see: f. daim, byzantine belt ornaments of the 7th and 8th centuries in avar contexts, plate 3, p. 64.size: 19mm x 19mm; weight: 3gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1980s mayfair family private collection."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"108","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold belt appliqué with geometric motif"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30290/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:22:38.345Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30290,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30291/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30291/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30291/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 300 - 500. a matched pair of gold earrings formed from circular hoops with wire terminals that loop and hook through opposing eyelets. each hoop is fitted with a vertical suspension bar terminating in a spherical knob above a square-sectioned stone bead.for similar see: christie's, live auction 2770, ancient jewelry, lot 415.size: 28-29mm x 12-13mm; weight: 2gprovenance: private london collection; previously french art market 1970s/1980s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"109","title":{"en":"late roman/ early byzantine high karat gold earrings with dangles"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30291/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.298Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30291,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30292/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30292/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30292/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30292/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 300 - 500. a matched pair of gold earrings formed from circular hoops with hooked terminals and spherical beads near the top. each hoop supports a gold setting with inset cabochon, mounted above a vertically suspended, barrel-shaped pearl. the pearls are drilled and affixed with short wire terminals at the base.size: 27-28mm x 13-14mm; weight: 3gprovenance: private london collection; previously french art market 1970s/1980s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"110","title":{"en":"pair of byzantine high karat gold earrings with red garnets and pearls"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30292/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.300Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30292,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30293/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30293/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30293/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1100 - 1200. a gold ring formed from a beaded hoop, creating a ribbed texture. the circular bezel is enclosed by a raised border and divided into four cloisonné cells by intersecting gold bands. each cell is filled with off-white stone inlay.for similar see: m. jenkins, m. keene, islamic jewelry in the metropolitan museum of art, cat. 22size: d:15.49mm / us: 4 3/4 / uk: j; weight: 1gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"111","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold ring with cloisonne"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30293/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:09.301Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30293,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30294/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30294/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 800. a belt buckle with a broad, contoured plate, decorated in relief with a leaping lion shown in profile, flanked by eight-pointed crosses or rosettes. a double border of raised lines encloses the scene, with a series of crescent shapes framing the shorter edge. the loop and tongue are joined to the plate by a hinge mechanism.for similar see: c. eger, byzantine dress accessories in north africa: koiné and regionality, fig. 11.size: 31.6mm x 83mm; weight: 45gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the belgian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"112","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze belt buckle"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30294/view","tags":["ukFashion_BeltsBuckles","ukFashion","ukFashion_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:12.370Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30294,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30295/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30295/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30295/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 900. a matching pair of silver-gilt earrings, each formed of a twisted hoop joined to a hollow openwork globular terminal, decorated with applied filigree rosettes arranged within lobed panels.for similar see: m. jenkins, m. keene, islamic jewelry in the metropolitan museum of art, cat. 21d.size: 45-45mm x 42-43mm; 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weight: 755g provenance: private uk collection, acquired on the dutch art market, pre 2000. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"125","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze polycandelon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30307/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukHomeDecor_LampsLighting","ukHomeDecor","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukHomeDecor_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:20.452Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30307,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30308/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30308/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30308/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a bronze oil lamp with an ovoid body and gently sloping shoulders, a raised tubular nozzle, and a circular filling hole capped by a large hinged shell lid. a cross-shaped finial adorns the handle. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, accession number 28.138a, b. size: 90mm x 120mm; 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weight: 105gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the german art market in the 1990s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"127","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze bread stamp \"agion\""},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30309/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:20.497Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30309,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30310/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30310/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30310/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30310/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30310/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30310/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 700. a circular bronze pendant with a raised border and suspension loop, inlaid with coloured enamel forming a geometric cross pattern. the design consists of four triangular green fields alternating with four yellow segments and red circular bosses, all outlined in thin bronze strips. small blue triangular cells and yellow semi circles are set at the interstices. the reverse is plain and features a vertical reinforcement bar.size: 52mm x 43mm; weight: 45gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the belgian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"128","title":{"en":"byzantine inlaid pendant depicting cross"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30310/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":340,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:20.508Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30310,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30311/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30311/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30311/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1000 - 1100. a silver enkolpion formed as a cross, hinged at the top and bottom. one side is engraved with a standing figure of st john in orant pose, the reverse shows st nicholas similarly depicted. both figures wear long robes with linear detailing and are framed by crosshatch decoration at the terminals and inscribed above with their greek names. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 2018.870.4. size: 112.2mm x 53mm; weight: 66.5g provenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market in the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"129","title":{"en":"rare silver byzantine enkolpion with saints"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30311/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":1400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:20.511Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30311,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30312/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30312/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30312/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 700. a bronze cross pendant with rounded terminals. the central section bears a small cross within a circle, while the arms and base include curvilinear designs framed by linear borders. the reverse is undecorated, and a suspension loop is positioned at the top.for similar see: j. spier, byzantium and the west, jewelry in the first millennium, 2012, cat. 15, p. 108.size: 49mm x 35mm; weight: 8gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the belgian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"130","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze cross pendant"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30312/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":130,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:20.526Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":30312,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30313/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30313/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30313/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1000 - 1200. a cast bronze half of a reliquary cross (enkolpion), hollow in form, with a pair of suspension loops at the top and a hinge catch at the base. the front is engraved with a standing orant figure, shown frontally with arms raised in prayer and clad in a long, cross-hatched robe. a greek inscription is incised above the head.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1929,0713.7.size: 103mm x 60mm; weight: 59gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the german art market, munich, in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"131","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze reliquary cross plate with inscription"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30313/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:20.531Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30313,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30314/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30314/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30314/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1000 - 1200. a cast bronze half of a reliquary cross (enkolpion) with integral hinge fittings at the top and base. one side is engraved with a central figure in orans pose, hands raised in prayer, with a smaller robed figure positioned directly before, and flanked by two additional saints in profile. all figures are rendered in incised linear detail with cross-hatched garments. a greek inscription appears above.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1984,1002.2.size: 86.6mm x 49mm; weight: 41gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the german art market, munich, in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"132","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze reliquary cross plate with inscription"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30314/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:22:38.355Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30314,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30315/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30315/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30315/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 700. a bronze cross pendant with rounded arms and small lateral projections. both sides are decorated with dotted lines, short strokes, and linear inscriptions arranged around the junction. a suspension loop projects from the top.for similar see: j. spier, byzantium and the west, jewelry in the first millennium, 2012, cat. 15, p. 108.size: 40mm x 27mm; weight: 7gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the belgian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"133","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze cross pendant"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30315/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:22:38.361Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":30315,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30316/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30316/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30316/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a cast bronze cross with each arm terminating in a rounded knob, set above an incised double collar. narrow vertical ribs run along the length of the arms, meeting at the centre, which is stamped with our ring-in-dot motif, with a pierced suspension loop above.for similar see: the british museum, museum number oa.11003.size: 60mm x 47mm; weight: 24gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market, 1990s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"134","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze cross pendant with stamped central motif"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30316/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:22:38.363Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":30316,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30317/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30317/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 1000. a collection of three glass pieces, including from the left, a small circular glass intaglio of dark amber hue, engraved with a stylised male figure in frontal view; a honey-coloured glass weight with a thickened rim; and on the right, a pale blue circular pendant engraved with a monogram.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1870,1126.17, 1878,1101.320, 1896,0616.2, 1881,0719.35.size: 23-25mm x 17-22mm; weight: 8gprovenance: private london collection; previously denier collection, france 1980s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"135","title":{"en":"collection of byzantine glass jewellery"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30317/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.722Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30317,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30318/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30318/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1000 - 1200. a collection of three bronze enkolpion plates, including from left to right: a cross-shaped plate incised with arched and radiating motifs and a central circular medallion; a plain cross-form panel with five recessed circles arranged symmetrically along the vertical axis and arms; and a plate engraved with a frontal image of the virgin orans with the child on her chest, inscribed above with the greek word ???????, meaning \"all-holy.\"for similar see: christie's, live auction 7659, antiquities, 13 october 2008, lot 7.size: 52-77mm x 34-48mm; weight: 75gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market, 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"136","title":{"en":"collection of byzantine enkolpion"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30318/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":650,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:22:38.373Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30318,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30319/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30319/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30319/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600. a solid bronze cross pendant with flaring arms of sub-rectangular section, and a pierced suspension loop cast integrally at the top.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1924,1006.12.size: 74mm x 50mm; weight: 66.6gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market, 1990s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"137","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze cross pendant"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30319/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:22:38.395Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":30319,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30320/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30320/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30320/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 700. a bronze cross pendant with each arm terminating in a rounded lobe with small circular knobs on the sides. the obverse is decorated with five roundels containing frontal busts of saints, including a central figure with clasped hands. a suspension loop is set above. the reverse is plain.for similar see: spier j., byzantium and the west: jewelry in the first millennium ad, fig. 15.2.size: 68mm x 45mm; weight: 30gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the belgian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"138","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze cross pendant with saints"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30320/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":340,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:22:38.421Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30320,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30321/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30321/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30321/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1000. a bronze processional cross with flaring arms terminating in rounded knob-like finials, and a pointed projection filling each angle between the arms. the front side is decorated with small concentric circles stamped irregularly across the body. the reverse is undecorated.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1998,1105.20.size: 140mm x 100mm; weight: 55gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"139","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze processional cross with stamped decoration"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30321/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:22:38.423Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30321,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30322/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30322/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30322/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a bronze cross composed of two separate arms: a shorter horizontal and a longer vertical, joined at the centre by a prominent stud. the vertical arm is pierced with a circular hole at each end.for similar see: the benaki museum, room 4, n. 42.size: 150mm x 115mm; weight: 170gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the belgian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"140","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze patent cross"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30322/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:22:38.431Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30322,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30323/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30323/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30323/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30323/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30323/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 700. an iron sword with a slender, tapering blade ending in a rounded tip. the hilt consists of a short grip framed by a curved gilt-bronze crossguard with rounded terminals, flanked above and below by silver collars with flat and pointed profiles. the pommel is crescent-shaped and forged in iron. accompanied by a silver scabbard with a flared, v-shaped mouth.for similar see: a. m. heen-pattersen, insular artefacts from viking-age burials from mid norway. a review of contact between trøndelag and britain and ireland, fig. 11; c. cosma, warriors, weapons and harness from the 5th to the 10th century in the carpathian basin, i. bugarski, f. 10, pg. 138; j. zabjnik, taf. x. grab 84/62 und seine beigaben. 1 maßstab a.\u2013 6/1.6/2 maßstab b, pg. 171.size: 820mm x 80mm; weight: 820gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the us art market in the 1990s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"141","title":{"en":"migration period iron sword with silver hilt and scabbard"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30323/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":1100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.724Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30323,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30324/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30324/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30324/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 900 . a gold ring set with a green glass cabochon within a circular raised bezel framed by a border of short vertical ribs. broad, carinated shoulders lead into a narrow hoop that tapers evenly towards the back.for similar see: the british museum, museum number af.2398.size: d:15.7mm / us: 5 / uk: j 1/2; weight: 4.5gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market, pre 2000.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"142","title":{"en":"medieval high karat gold ring with green glass cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30324/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.582Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30324,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30325/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30325/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30325/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1400 - 1600. a gold ring set with a red garnet cabochon. the gem is secured in a closed setting within a broad, collar-type bezel, slightly domed and smoothly contoured around the stone. the hoop is slender and circular in section, broadening slightly at the shoulders.for similar see: the british museum, museum number af.1743.size: 9 3/4mm x tmm; weight: 3.91gprovenance: property of a london ancient art gallery; formerly in the famous alison barker collection, a retired london barrister; acquired between the early 1960s to 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"143","title":{"en":"medieval high karat gold ring with red garnet cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30325/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.584Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30325,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30326/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30326/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30326/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 1000. a gold ring with a tapering hoop and high shoulders decorated with applied pellets arranged in triangular clusters. the raised oval bezel holds a deep red garnet cabochon secured by two prominent claw-like prongs.for similar see: sotheby's, magnificent lustre, southeast asian gold jewellery and ornaments from an asian private collection, online auction, 1-8 september, cat. 45size: d:15.49mm / us: 4 3/4 / uk: j; 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weight: 1.26kgprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the french art market, pre 2000.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"162","title":{"en":"late medieval cabasset helmet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30344/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.324Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30344,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30345/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30345/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30345/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30345/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30345/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30345/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30345/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1600 - 1700. a d-section gold posy ring with a smoothly polished exterior, the inner surface engraved in cursive script with the inscription: \"i fancy none but thee alone\".for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1961,1202.469 (inscription).size: d:16.92mm / us: 6 1/2 / uk: m 1/2; weight: 7.5gprovenance: property of a london ancient art gallery; formerly in the famous alison barker collection, a retired london barrister; acquired between the early 1960s to 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"163","title":{"en":"post-medieval high karat gold posy ring"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30345/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":1400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.333Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30345,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30346/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30346/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30346/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30346/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30346/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30346/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30346/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30346/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30346/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30346/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1600. an elizabethan or stuart gold posy with an internal inscription reading \u201crather dy then faith deni\u201d (rather die than faith deny). it is possible that this ring was owned by a christian, either catholic or protestant, during a period when their faith was being persecuted.size: d:16.71mm / us: 6 1/4 / uk: m; weight: 9.7gprovenance: property of a london ancient art collector, formerly in a mayfair private collection of mr. p. s., formerly acquired on the uk art market since the 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"164","title":{"en":"post-medieval british high karat gold posy ring"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30346/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":2600,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.335Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30346,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30347/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30347/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30347/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1558 - 1603. a silver whistle of cylindrical form with a rounded cap and an integral suspension loop. the front is engraved with a vertical row of large rosettes backed by radiating leaves, bordered to either side with bands of oblique strokes. the underside is decorated with a single foliate panel composed of overlapping leaves.size: 36mm x 6mm; 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weight: 6.1kgprovenance: previous property of a uk based islamic art professional, oxford 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter.this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"168","title":{"en":"an ottoman or indo-persian mail and plate armour, krug, with calligraphic inscriptions"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30350/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":3000,"soldPrice":3400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:11.351Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":30350,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30351/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30351/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30351/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a red garnet intaglio engraved with a figure of gryllos, composed of a fusion of human and animal features arranged in profile. the details are incised with fine linear strokes. the gem is set within a beaded gold bezel bordered by clustered granules and flanked by large spheres on either side. the hoop is formed from twisted gold wire.for similar see: d. del bufalo, catalogo illustrato della glittica nella collezione santarelli, n. i. 47/91g.size: d:17.12mm / us: 6 3/4 / uk: n; 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weight: 6.8gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"173","title":{"en":"umayyad high karat gold ring with almond-shaped bezel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30355/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":1400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:10.203Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30355,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30356/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30356/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30356/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30356/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30356/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1000 - 1200. a collection of three silver-gilt bowls, the one on the left hemispherical with a slightly everted rim, the interior centred by an engraved foliate roundel and the exterior encircled below the rim by a gilt scrolling frieze; the one in the middle shallow and wide, the interior worked in low relief to form a six-petalled rosette within a punched-dotted field; the one on the right small and cup-shaped with an everted mouth, the exterior with two registers: a narrow band of linear strokes above a frieze of arched motifs, the interior plain with a small central boss. size: 40-50mm x 80-140mm; weight: 175g provenance: private london collection, acquired in london in 2001. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"174","title":{"en":"collection of seljuk silver-gilt bowls"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30356/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_SilverSilverplateditems","ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:10.205Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30356,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30357/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30357/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30357/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1000 - 1200. a substantial gold ring with a tall rectangular setting housing a flat glass insert. granulated beading borders the upper edge, while symmetrical scrollwork and pellets embellish the sides. the hoop flares gently at the junctions and tapers towards the back, with decorative elements continuing along the exterior.for similar see: christie's, live auction 5030, indian and islamic works of art and textiles, lot 244.size: d:17.93mm / us: 7 3/4 / uk: p; 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weight: 1.7kgprovenance: private london collection.; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired in france between 2000 - 2005, ex. alan kotlar collection, formed in paris in the 1970s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"190","title":{"en":"late neolithic hacilar painted terracotta vessel or idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30372/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":3200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:32.429Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30372,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30373/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30373/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30373/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 5000 - 4000 bc. a stone axe head with a broad form tapering to a sharp, symmetrical blade. the surface is smoothly ground, with a centrally positioned shaft hole drilled through the body.for similar see: the british museum, museum number poa.222.size: 145mm x 60mm; 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weight: 35gprovenance: private london collection.; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired in france between 2000 - 2005, ex. alan kotlar collection, formed in paris in the 1970s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"195","title":{"en":"tell brak marble idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30377/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":850,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:20.454Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30377,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30378/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30378/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30378/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30378/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30378/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 3300 - 3100 bc. a clay tablet inscribed in six registers of pictographic proto-cuneiform, most likely recording quantities of livestock and other goods. the reverse bears a similar inscription divided by vertical and horizontal lines. proto-cuneiform is one of the earliest forms of writing; it consists of wedge-shaped marks on clay tablets used to record economic transactions, administrative data, and temple activities in ancient mesopotamia. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, accession number: 1988.433.1. size: 65mm x 40mm; weight: 40g provenance: property of a north london gentleman; previously acquired by a.o. on the uk/european art market in the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"196","title":{"en":"sumerian clay tablet with proto-cuneiform inscription"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30378/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles_BooksMagazinesPaper","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"soldPrice":2600,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:32.432Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30378,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30379/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30379/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30379/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30379/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30379/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30379/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 3000 - 2500 bc. a small lapis lazuli carving in the form of a reclining ram. its body is marked with incised vertical striations suggesting fleece. two cylindrical receptacles with flat rims and rounded sides are set on the animal\u2019s back. the head is framed by curving horns and features alert, forward-facing eyes and a rounded muzzle.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 62.70.4.size: 65mm x 60mm; weight: 118gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the french art market, 1970s. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"197","title":{"en":"mesopotamian lapis lazuli ram-shaped vessel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30379/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:20.478Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30379,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30380/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30380/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30380/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30380/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30380/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30380/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2700 - 2500 bc. a stone statuette depicting a seated male figure identified as a king with a compact, block-like body and a prominent beard extending to the chest. the right arm is bent at the elbow with the hand raised to the chest, while the other rests against the body. the long, tiered garment falls to the ankles, and the figure is seated on a broad, throne-like structure extending along the back. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 40.156; christie's, live auction 1954, antiquity, a personal view, lot 103. size: 160mm x 60mm; weight: 740g provenance: private uk collection, h.g.; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired in france in 2003, ex. alan kotlar collection, formed in paris in the 1970s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"198","title":{"en":"mesopotamian stone statuette of king"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30380/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:20.497Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30380,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30381/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30381/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30381/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 5100 - 4500 bc. a terracotta bowl with a flaring profile on a flattened base. the interior is painted with a central whorl of four curving arms, framed by concentric bands of crescent shapes and dotted motifs. a similar whorl is painted on the underside. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 49.133.2. size: 230mm x 95mm; weight: 410g provenance: private uk collection ; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired from sultani antiques before 1999. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"199","title":{"en":"mesopotamian ubaid type terracotta bowl with geometric motif"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30381/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":320,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:20.509Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30381,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30382/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30382/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30382/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 5100 - 4500 bc. a deep terracotta bowl with a flattened base and slightly everted rim. the interior is decorated with a central whorl motif, framed by a broad circular band of crescent shapes, and a frieze of clustered dots. the rim is further accented by a narrow band continuing onto the exterior. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 49.133.2. size: 240mm x 95mm; weight: 560g provenance: private uk collection ; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired from sultani antiques before 1999. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"200","title":{"en":"mesopotamian ubaid type terracotta bowl with geometric motif"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30382/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:20.512Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30382,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30383/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30383/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30383/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30383/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2nd millennium bc. a terracotta plaque of rectangular form with a raised border decorated with impressed vertical lines. the central field depicts a figural scene of a nude male standing and supporting a nude female figure, who faces him with her legs wrapped around his waist and arms around his shoulders. both figures are rendered in low relief with simplified anatomical detail. the plaque is mounted on a modern stand. for similar see: the louvre museum, cat. ao 8662. size: 85mm x 65mm; weight: 135g provenance: private london collection, acquired on the swiss art market; ex. swiss private collection, preserved by ars antiqua ag, lucerne. the piece comes with the transfer document dated december 7, 1972. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"201","title":{"en":"mesopotamian terracotta plaque with erotic scene"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30383/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":1200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:20.526Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30383,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30384/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30384/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30384/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30384/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 3000 bc. a pair of inlaid eyes with almond-shaped sclerae set into grey stone frames, each centred with a raised dark stone pupil. the left pupil is smoothly polished with bevelled edges, while the right one is slightly pointed and incised with fine lines.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 120654.size: 26-28mm x 16-21mm; 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weight: 2.01kgprovenance: private london collection of h.g.; formerly acquired from sultani antiques, mayfair before 1999. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"203","title":{"en":"large bactrian stone head of idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30385/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":1300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:20.439Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30385,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30386/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30386/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30386/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30386/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1000 bc. a cast bronze male figure wearing a short skirt, depicted with squared shoulders and a long hairdo with incised details. left arm bent at elbow, holding an implement. a spike protrudes from the top of his head, which probably once secured his headdress, now missing. size: 135mm x 50mm; weight: 245g provenance: property of a london ancient art gallery; formerly in the property of a tennessee physician, acquired on the us art market; ex. frischman gallery, tel aviv, 1970s, acquired in iran 1950s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"204","title":{"en":"bactrian or elamite bronze figurine of a hero"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30386/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:20.442Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30386,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30387/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30387/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30387/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 800 - 600 bc. a bronze applique in the form of a recumbent bull, with the forelegs tucked beneath the chest and the hind legs drawn alongside the body. the head is turned slightly to the left, with short curved horns and pointed ears. the figure rests on an integral base pierced laterally with a transverse perforation.size: 22mm x 38mm; weight: 33gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market, 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"205","title":{"en":"mesopotamian bronze recumbent bull applique"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30387/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:20.444Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30387,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30388/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30388/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30388/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30388/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30388/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2200 - 1700 bc. a stone chalice carved from mottled beige stone with a wide flaring bowl, sharply offset at the base and supported on a tall, tapering conical stem.for similar see: christie's, live auction 9540, antiquities, 7 december 2001, lot 681.size: 225mm x 120mm; weight: 1.79kgprovenance: from the collection of a london gentleman; formerly acquired in the early 2000s in belgium; previously in 1970s european collection. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"206","title":{"en":"large bactrian stone chalice"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30388/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:32.435Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30388,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30389/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30389/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30389/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30389/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30389/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30389/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2200 - 1700 bc. a tall columnar idol with slightly flaring ends, each terminating in a flat, circular face. a single broad, shallow groove is cut across the surface of each end, extending onto the adjoining vertical faces along two opposite sides.for similar see: the louvre museum, main number: ao 29487 (type).size: 270mm x 130mm; weight: 5.6kgprovenance: private london collection.; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired in france between 2000 - 2005, ex. alan kotlar collection, formed in paris in the 1970s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"207","title":{"en":"bactrian alabaster column idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30389/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":340,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:32.437Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30389,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30390/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30390/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30390/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 3000 - 2500 bc. an idol carved from banded alabaster, supported by a tall flaring shaft with a prominent moulding near the base. the broad, thickened rim surmounts a bowl with slightly concave walls.size: 150mm x 50mm; 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weight: 1.14kgprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1980s mayfair family private collection.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"209","title":{"en":"bactrian alabaster chalice"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30391/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:36.445Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30391,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30392/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30392/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30392/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30392/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30392/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30392/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2200 - 1700 bc. a tall cylindrical vessel with a flat base and vertical sides rising to a broad rim, thickened and everted.for similar see: e. bevan, stone vessels and values in bronze age mediterranean, type e32.size: 195mm x 110mm; weight: 1.9kgprovenance: private london collection.; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired in france between 2000 - 2005, ex. alan kotlar collection, formed in paris in the 1970s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"210","title":{"en":"bactrian alabaster vessel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30392/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:36.446Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30392,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30393/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30393/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30393/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30393/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2200 - 1700 bc. a chalice carved from stone with a broad, domed foot, rising into a tall, cylindrical stem with flaring profile. the bowl is sharply offset, with vertical sides expanding into a wide, thickened rim.for similar see: the louvre museum, main number: ao 28527 (type).size: 350mm x 150mm; weight: 6.5kgprovenance: private london collection.; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired in france between 2000 - 2005, ex. alan kotlar collection, formed in paris in the 1970s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"211","title":{"en":"monumental bactrian stone chalice"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30393/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"soldPrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:36.447Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":30393,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30394/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30394/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30394/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 3000 - 2500 bc. a pair of schist votive bowls, the one on the left with a rounded body on a flattened base, the upper half arranged in registers of vertical notches, parallel grooves, a crosshatched band and further grooves, followed by two opposed diagonally hatched friezes and a final grooved band, the lower half plain; the one on the right with a rounded body, the upper zone with diagonal hatching and a broad crosshatched frieze bounded above and below by parallel grooves, the lower zone undecorated.for similar see: v. sarianidi, n. dubova, k. samurskiy, the treasure of ancient margian, p. 124.size: 95-100mm x 70-70mm; weight: 595gprovnance: private london collection, acquired on the uk art market; ex. a. kotlar collection, acquired in 2003."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"212","title":{"en":"pair of bactrian schist votive bowls with geometric motifs"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30394/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:10.833Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30394,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30395/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30395/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30395/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2200 - 1700 bc. a square bronze stamp seal engraved with geometric motifs, including central zigzag bands enclosed by symmetrical stepped patterns. a projecting handle is cast on the reverse.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 1983.535.50.size: 29mm x 30mm; 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weight: 4.6kgprovenance: prince collection, 1990s-2014; ex. boisgirard, 30 sep 2002, lot 179.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"215","title":{"en":"elamite glazed terracotta inscribed peg"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30397/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:10.838Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30397,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30398/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30398/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30398/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30398/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30398/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. a fragment of a monumental marble slab inscribed with two partially preserved lines of south arabian script, the letters deeply and evenly cut. a section of a raised decorative border is preserved along the upper right edge. for similar see: m. maraqten, some women\u2019s inscriptions from ancient yemen f. 4. size: 370mm x 355mm; 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weight: 8.87gprovenance: private london collection of an ancient art dealer; formerly in a central london family collections 1990s; suggested to be examined by professor wilfrid george lambert fba (1926-2011), historian, archaeologist, and specialist in assyriology and near eastern archaeology, in the late 1980s and early 1990s.; ex. 1970s/early80s uk art market."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"223","title":{"en":"jemdet nasr cylinder seal with geometric motif"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30402/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:10.845Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30402,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30403/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30403/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30403/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30403/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30403/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 8th - 6th century bc. a reddish stone cylinder seal depicting the weather god (adad) and a worshipper, standing in front of an offering table. the spade of marduk (patron deity of babylon), the pleiades, a lunar standard (of the god sin) and a winged sun disc (the god shamash) are shown in the exergue. studied by pd dr. habil. pieter gert van der veen, johannes gutenberg-universität mainz. size: 35mm x 18mm; 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weight: 40.05g provenance: private uk collection; ex. european collection formed in france in the 1960s to 1980s; ex. bachmann collection. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"227","title":{"en":"old elamite black stone cylinder seal with animals"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30406/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:24:16.602Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":30406,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30407/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30407/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30407/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30407/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30407/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2700 - 1500 bc. a cylinder seal carved from pale limestone or patinated steatite with flat ends and straight sides, the surface engraved with a frieze of three caprids in profile. each has slender legs and long spiral horns; 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an animal head with prominent eyes and a tapering snout; a compact quadruped with short legs and a rounded body; another animal figure with abbreviated limbs; an anthropomorphic head with a flat crown and recessed eyes; an abstract head with a narrow face and shallow linear incisions across the neck.for similar see: s. moscati, i fenicii, edizioni bompiani 1989, cat. 330 - 379, 383, 391-393.size: 20-45mm x 25-35mm; weight: 150gprovenance: private uk collection, h.g.; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired in 1999 from a london antiquities dealer."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"259","title":{"en":"collection of mediterranean terracotta idols"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30438/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:36.655Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30438,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30439/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30439/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30439/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2000 bc. a collection of three terracotta bull figurines, each in a compact, stylised shape with sturdy legs. the forms are simplified, with pronounced humps or horns and minimal anatomical detail. for similar see: katolec corporation, ceramics and terracotta figurines from balochistan of the katolec collection, 2017, kulli style pottery, f. 78. p. 237.size: 100-110mm x 60-70mm; 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christie's, live auction 9540, antiquities, 7 december 2000, lot 669.size: 140mm x 52mm; weight: 60gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"262","title":{"en":"syro-hittite terracotta idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30441/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:46.449Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30441,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30442/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30442/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30442/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30442/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. a pair of terracotta hedgehogs, the one on the left with a broad, arched body and short legs, the back and flanks incised with long diagonal grooves, the head tapering to a blunt snout; the one on the right of more compact form, pierced with closely spaced circular holes across the back and sides, the head similarly projecting and squared at the snout.size: 60mm x 82mm; weight: 165gprovenance: private uk collection; previously with a london gallery; formerly in r.f. private collection, switzerland, 1960s-1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"263","title":{"en":"pair of egyptian terracotta hedgehog figurines"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30442/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":240,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:46.712Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30442,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30443/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30443/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30443/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 800 bc. a terracotta idol with a columnar body, rising to a narrow neck encircled by layered bands and surmounted by an angular head with stylised bird-like features, including a prominent projecting beak and applied circular eyes. striated hair frames the head and falls along the sides. both arms are bent sharply at the elbows, the hands placed beneath the breasts. below, a narrow belt decorated with diagonal incisions encircles the waist, while broad cuffs with parallel linear ornamentation accent the wrists.for similar see: l. d. graham, terracotta fertility figurines of prehistoric eurasian design from modern east africa, fig. 2.5.size: 135mm x 65mm; weight: 120gprovenance: private london collection.; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired in france between 2000 - 2005, ex. alan kotlar collection, formed in paris in the 1970s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"264","title":{"en":"anatolian terracotta female idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30443/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":240,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:47.255Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30443,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30444/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30444/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30444/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2500 bc. a pair of terracotta male idols, each with a stylised flat body, short outstretched arms, and tightly conjoined legs terminating in oversized feet. the trapezoidal faces are detailed with recessed eyes surrounded by punched dots, and framed by parallel double lines across the forehead and neck. three circular recesses with dotted borders decorate the chest, with a similar motif at the genitalia, and short vertical incisions mark the hips and knees. the reverse is incised with diagonal lines crossing from the shoulders to the thighs. size: 102-105mm x 40-45mm; weight: 70g provenance: private uk collection, h.g.; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired in france in 2003, ex. alan kotlar collection, formed in paris in the 1970s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"265","title":{"en":"pair of indus valley terracotta male idols"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30444/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SouthAsian","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukAsianAntiques","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:26.806Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30444,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30445/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30445/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30445/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1500 - 1200 bc. a pair of terracotta idols. the figure on the left has an ovoid body, a cylindrical headdress, a face with a prominent beak and applied circular eyes. the figure on the right stands with slender legs and broad hips, the flat head pierced at the crown. the arms are bent, hands placed below the breasts, with an additional disc on the abdomen, and dotted bands across the neck and thighs.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 74.51.1542.size: 85-110mm x 30-50mm; weight: 85gprovenance: private london collection.; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired in france between 2000 - 2005, ex. alan kotlar collection, formed in paris in the 1970s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"266","title":{"en":"pair of anatolian mediterranean terracotta idols"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30445/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:26.896Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30445,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30446/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30446/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30446/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1500 - 1200 bc. a terracotta female idol with slender legs and pronounced hips, the torso narrowing at the waist. the head is flattened and pierced, with large circular perforations across the crown and cheeks. the face displays a prominent pinched nose flanked by two large eyes, and an applied pierced disc is set on the forehead. the arms are bent at the elbows, the hands resting beneath the breasts, with an additional pierced disc on the abdomen. dotted horizontal lines accent the waist and upper thighs.for similar see: the los angeles county museum of art, m.75.85.18.size: 160mm x 40mm; weight: 80gprovenance: private london collection.; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired in france between 2000 - 2005, ex. alan kotlar collection, formed in paris in the 1970s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"267","title":{"en":"syro-hittite terracotta female idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30446/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:26.908Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30446,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30447/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30447/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30447/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1500 - 1200 bc. a terracotta female idol with elongated legs drawn closely together and tapering at the feet. the torso is narrow and slightly angular, with outstretched arms and a prominent pierced disc applied to the lower abdomen. a necklace of vertical incisions spans the upper chest, while a double row of punched dots curves across the hips. the head is broad and flat, pierced at the edges, with large applied eyes flanking a prominent vertical nose. a further disc is set centrally on the forehead.for similar see: the los angeles county museum of art, m.75.85.18.size: 165mm x 60mm; weight: 95gprovenance: private london collection.; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired in france between 2000 - 2005, ex. alan kotlar collection, formed in paris in the 1970s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"268","title":{"en":"syro-hittite terracotta female idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30447/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:26.951Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30447,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30448/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30448/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30448/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2500 - 2000 bc. a terracotta idol of a seated female shown nude. arms extend forward, and the legs taper into small feet with incised toes. the figure has a narrow waist, rounded hips, and prominent breasts. a broad collar is indicated across the chest, while the face shows a projecting nose and large circular eyes.for similar see: a. uesugi, ceramic and terracotta figurines from balochistan of the katolec collection, cat. 206-209.size: 145mm x 40mm; weight: 65gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"269","title":{"en":"indus valley terracotta female idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30448/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SouthAsian","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukAsianAntiques","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:29.792Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30448,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30449/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30449/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30449/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2500 - 2000 bc. a terracotta idol with a stylised anthropomorphic form, standing upright with conjoined feet and pointed arms, tapering to a narrow waist. the head is surmounted by a tall, conical headdress incised with a chevron pattern, while the facial area and chest are adorned with pierced circular impressions. additional incised and punctate details appear on the hips, abdomen, and legs. the reverse is marked by two long incised lines crossing in an x-pattern down the back. size: 140mm x 40mm; weight: 45g provenance: private uk collection ; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired from sultani antiques before 1999."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"270","title":{"en":"indus valley terracotta idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30449/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SouthAsian","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukAsianAntiques","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:29.907Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30449,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30450/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30450/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30450/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2500 - 2000 bc. a hand-modelled terracotta female idol shown nude, with both arms extended forward. the body is formed with a narrow waist and broad hips, tapering into straight legs placed close together, each foot marked by incised toes. the head displays a mask-like face with a pinched nose and deeply recessed eyes. long, striated hair frames the head and descends over the shoulders in two thick strands.for similar see: a. uesugi, ceramic and terracotta figurines from balochistan of the katolec collection, cat. 206-209.size: 150mm x 45mm; weight: 75gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"271","title":{"en":"indus valley terracotta female idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30450/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SouthAsian","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukAsianAntiques","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.780Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30450,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30451/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30451/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30451/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2500 - 2000 bc. a terracotta idol of a stylised female. she is depicted seated, with arms extended forward and set apart from the torso. the waist is narrow and leads into broad thighs. the face has a projecting nose and large circular eyes, framed by a hood-like mass of hair.for similar see: a. uesugi, ceramic and terracotta figurines from balochistan of the katolec collection, cat. 206-209.size: 130mm x 45mm; weight: 55gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"272","title":{"en":"indus valley terracotta female idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30451/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SouthAsian","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukAsianAntiques","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.794Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30451,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30452/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30452/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30452/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2500 - 2000 bc. a terracotta figure of a seated female with the legs slightly apart and the arms extended forward. the body is shaped in an hourglass form with a narrow waist and rounded hips. the face is modelled as a bird-like mask with a projecting nose, small mouth, and two circular eyes. a stylised coiffure arches over the head and descends symmetrically along both sides of the face.for similar see: a. uesugi, ceramic and terracotta figurines from balochistan of the katolec collection, cat. 206-209.size: 130mm x 40mm; weight: 45gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"273","title":{"en":"indus valley terracotta female idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30452/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SouthAsian","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukAsianAntiques","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.851Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30452,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30453/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30453/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30453/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30453/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30453/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30453/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2400 - 2000 bc. a terracotta jar with a rounded body, short neck, and everted rim, decorated in black and red slip with alternating figural and geometric panels. four scenes of stylised ibexes and long-necked birds occupy alternating compartments between crosshatched lozenge motifs set within red-outlined triangular frames.for similar see: a. uesugi, ceramics and terracotta figurines from balochistan of the katolec collection, japan, 2017, cat. 199.size: 115mm x 110mm; weight: 325gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"274","title":{"en":"indus valley painted terracotta jar with caprid motifs and birds"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30453/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SouthAsian","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukAsianAntiques"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":320,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.884Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30453,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30454/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30454/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30454/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30454/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30454/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2200 - 1700 bc. a large terracotta jar with a rounded body, short neck, and slightly everted rim, painted in black slip on a reddish surface. the decoration comprises a continuous frieze of stylised motifs, including a long-horned quadruped flanked by floral elements, a pair of large birds with rounded bodies and dotted eyes, and a central stylised tree with symmetrical branching. multiple registers of horizontal lines encircle the body, with a hatched border beneath the rim.for similar see: a. uesugi, ceramics and terracotta figurines from balochistan of the katolec collection, japan, 2017, fig. 64.size: 175mm x 150mm; weight: 1.05kgprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"275","title":{"en":"indus valley terracotta jar with animals"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30454/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SouthAsian","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukAsianAntiques"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":1100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:23.796Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30454,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30455/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30455/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30455/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30455/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30455/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2400 - 2000 bc. a terracotta bowl with a wide conical body on a flat foot and a rounded rim. the interior is decorated in black with a central medallion encircled by a ring of concentric circles and dotted roundels. three radiating registers divide the composition, each containing stylised animal motifs: fish, a peacock, a bull, and abstract vegetal elements. the rim is bordered by black bands.for similar see: a. uesugi, ceramics and terracotta figurines from balochistan of the katolec collection, japan, 2017, cat. 172, 195.size: 180mm x 60mm; 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weight: 960gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"278","title":{"en":"indus valley painted terracotta jar with trees and peacocks"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30457/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SouthAsian","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukAsianAntiques"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":650,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:23.837Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30457,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30458/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30458/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30458/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30458/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2500 - 1900 bc. a globular jar with a short neck and flaring rim, set on a flat base, the upper body decorated with a frieze depicting two large bulls in profile, each with curved horns, prominent humps, all outlined in black against a red slip. between them stands a stylised tree with horizontal branches ending in circular finials. the scene is enclosed above and below by linear bands, with an added wave band encircling the base of the neck.for similar see: a. uesugi, ceramics and terracotta figurines from baluchistan of the katolec collection, cat. 730.size: 195mm x 145mm; 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weight: 495g provenance: property of an oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old british collection, formed in the 1980s on the uk / international art markets. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"294","title":{"en":"western asiatic bronze horse bit with deities heads on wheel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30473/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":1400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:38.370Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30473,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30474/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30474/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30474/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30474/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30474/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 800 bc. a bronze horse bit composed of a central rod with spiral-shaped ends. each end features an intricate openwork cheek piece depicting a horse and its rider. the horse, standing with its head slightly lowered, has a large loop at the top of its head and an integral base connected to its mouth by a twisted rod. the rider, viewed in profile but turned for a frontal view, sits atop the horse, which is adorned with a mane made of loops. an additional loop is present at the horse's back. for similar see: the louvre museum, main number: ao 25002. size: 165mm x 100mm; weight: 425g provenance: property of an oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old british collection, formed in the 1980s on the uk / international art markets. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"295","title":{"en":"western asiatic bronze horse bit with rider on horse"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30474/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":1100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:33.357Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30474,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30475/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30475/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30475/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30475/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1000 - 900 bc. a bronze horse bit formed of a straight bar with curled ends, connecting two openwork cheek pieces cast in the form of stylised horses. each animal is detailed with large circular eyes, erect ears, and ridged manes, and stands on an integral flat base.for similar see: christie's, live auction 20677, antiquities, lot 54.size: 190mm x 90mm; weight: 515gprovenance: property of an oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old canadian collection of f. n., ontario, formed in the 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"296","title":{"en":"bronze age bronze horse bit with horse-shaped cheekpieces"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30475/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:33.581Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":30475,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30476/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30476/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30476/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30476/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30476/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 800 bc. a bronze horse bit composed of a central rod with curled ends terminating in loops. each end is fitted with an elaborate openwork cheek piece depicting a central figure known as the \"master of animals, \" shown holding a serpent on either side. the composition is further flanked by two bulls, all standing on a bar-shaped base. size: 175mm x 125mm; 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weight: 875gprovenance: property of an oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old canadian collection of f. n., ontario, formed in the 1970s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"298","title":{"en":"bronze age bronze head of axe with spikes"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30477/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:40.069Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30477,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30478/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30478/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30478/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30478/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30478/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1000 - 900 bc. a bronze axe head with a human head forming the butt, cast in relief with a flat cap and prominent facial features, possibly representing a priest. crossed arms are depicted in relief on the rear of the blade. the broad blade flares outward with a gently convex edge and a flattened surface. a cylindrical socket is set vertically at the rear for hafting. size: 195mm x 95mm; weight: 1.16kg provenance: property of an oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old canadian collection of f. n., ontario, formed in the 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"299","title":{"en":"bronze age ritual bronze head of axe with priest"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30478/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:43.558Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30478,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30479/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30479/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 900 - 700 bc. a collection of three bronze axe heads. the upper example has a cylindrical socket with a slightly flaring collar and a flat, vertical blade. the middle axe head features a broad blade with an expanding cutting edge and a reinforced socket. the lower axe head has a socket with opposing side openings terminating in pronounced prongs; the blade flares gradually towards the cutting edge. for similar see: live auction 5524, axel guttmann collection of ancient arms and armour, part ii, lot 35. size: 55-160mm x 125-170mm; weight: 1.2kg provenance: private london collection; previously acquired from a belgian collection (1980s-1990s)."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"300","title":{"en":"collection of early greek / bronze age axe heads"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30479/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":340,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:46.449Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30479,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30480/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30480/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"new kingdom to third intermediate period, ca. 1550 - 664 bc. a blue faience winged scarab amulet with separately modelled wings. the central element is moulded with detailed notches marking the head, clypeus, and elytra. each component is perforated for attachment.for similar see: national museums liverpool, accession number 57.178.189.size: 35-53mm x 21-35mm; weight: 29gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the london art market in the 1970s.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"301","title":{"en":"egyptian blue faience winged scarab amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30480/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:46.456Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30480,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30481/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30481/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"new kingdom to third intermediate period, ca. 1550 - 664 bc. a group of four faience amulets representing the sons of horus. each figure is shown standing in profile with arms held close to the body, rendered in blue faience and perforated at the head and feet for attachment. from left to right: the falcon-headed qebehsenuef, the human-headed imsety, the baboon-headed hapy, and the jackal-headed duamuteffor similar see: national museums liverpool, accession number 25.11.05.169d.size: 56-65mm x 13-16mm; weight: 19gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously in a collection of a north london gentleman; formerly in a collection of mrs b. ellison, a deceased former member of the egyptian exploration fund, bought from the 1940s, cairo and london.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"302","title":{"en":"egyptian faience four sons of horus"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30481/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:46.795Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30481,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30482/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30482/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30482/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30482/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30482/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30482/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"middle kingdom, ca. 2055 - 1790 bc. a carved steatite scarab with frilled clypeus, sinuous legs, and bulky elytra. on the underside is a hieroglyphic inscription framed in a carved line. the scarab is set in a silver ring, possibly of a later date.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, accession number: 22.1.311.size: d:mm / us: 5 3/4 / uk: l; weight: 2.1gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously in a collection of a north london gentleman; formerly in a collection of mrs b. ellison, a deceased former member of the egyptian exploration fund, bought from the 1940s, cairo and london."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"303","title":{"en":"egyptian steatite scarab in silver ring"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30482/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:47.256Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30482,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30483/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30483/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30483/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30483/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30483/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30483/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ptolemaic to coptic period, ca. 332 bc - ad 300. a woven basket of elliptical form with sharply pointed ends and a deep body. the tightly interlaced construction forms a rhythmic pattern of vertical and horizontal elements.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 36.3.189,.190,.199-related.size: 200mm x 85mm; 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weight: 16gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously in a collection of a north london gentleman; formerly in a collection of mrs b. ellison, a deceased former member of the egyptian exploration fund, bought from the 1940s, cairo and london.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"305","title":{"en":"large egyptian faience thoth amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30484/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:38.371Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30484,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30485/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30485/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30485/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"new kingdom to third intermediate period, ca. 1550 - 664 bc. a lapis lazuli amulet carved in the form of the wedjat eye, with incised linear detail along the eyebrow, defined cosmetic lines, and the extended lower lid. the reverse is flat and unworked. for similar see: the egyptian museum of florence, catalogue number 1644. size: 26.2mm x 38.1mm; 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weight: 15gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously in a collection of a north london gentleman; formerly in a collection of mrs b. ellison, a deceased former member of the egyptian exploration fund, bought from the 1940s, cairo and london.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"326","title":{"en":"matched pair of egyptian eye inlays"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30505/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:31.512Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30505,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30506/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30506/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30506/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30506/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"old kingdom, ca. 2600 - 2240 bc. a stone jar with a cylindrical body that tapers gently towards the base. the shoulders are broad and rounded, leading to a pronounced collar rim.for similar see: g. hasaan, mechanical engineering in ancient egypt, part 49: alabaster products (predynastic to old kingdom periods), fig.17.size: 200mm x 120mm; 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weight: 1.02kgprovenance: private london collection; previously acquired from a belgian collection (1990s-early 2000s).reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"328","title":{"en":"egyptian alabaster bowl"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30507/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":240,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.835Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30507,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30508/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30508/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30508/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30508/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30508/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"old kingdom, ca. 2600 - 2200 bc. a jar carved from banded onyx with a bulbous body tapering slightly towards a flat base. rising from a sloping shoulder, the short neck leads to an everted rim. vertical striations in brown, ochre, and off-white run across the surface. the interior is evenly hollowed.for similar see: a. bevan, stone vessels and values in thebronze age mediterranean, l.14, p. 221. size: 80mm x 75mm; 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weight: 2.75g provenance: property of a london gallery; previously in a collection of a north london gentleman; formerly in a collection of mrs b. ellison, a deceased former member of the egyptian exploration fund, bought from the 1940s, cairo and london."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"337","title":{"en":"egyptian carnelian bastet cat-shaped pendant"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30516/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.843Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30516,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30517/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30517/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30517/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. a carnelian amulet carved in the form of a recumbent cat with its forelegs extended and head raised. the body is smoothly rounded, and the feline features are simply rendered with incised details marking the eyes, nose, and whiskers. for similar see: the israel museum, jerusalem, accession number: 2013.52.351. size: 16.6mm x 26.9mm; weight: 4.35g provenance: property of a london gallery; previously in a collection of a north london gentleman; formerly in a collection of mrs b. ellison, a deceased former member of the egyptian exploration fund, bought from the 1940s, cairo and london."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"338","title":{"en":"egyptian carnelian cat-shaped amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30517/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.845Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30517,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30518/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30518/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30518/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30518/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a faience amulet in the form of a rearing cobra with sinuous body and flared hood, shown coiled on a rectangular base. the body features a small suspension hole pierced through the raised upper section behind the head.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 74.51.4508.size: 29mm x 23mm; weight: 3gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the london art market in the 1970s.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"339","title":{"en":"egyptian faience uraeus cobra amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30518/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.846Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":30518,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30519/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30519/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30519/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 30 bc - ad 200. a faience amulet representing the ram-headed god khnum, depicted striding forward with arms held close to the sides and legs extended in mid-step. the head displays the distinct features of khnum, including prominent curved horns and a pronounced snout. the amulet is set in a modern 18k gilded silver pendant, with a matching chain included.for similar see: christies, live auction 7207, antiquities, lot 51.size: 47mm x 14mm; weight: 10gprivate uk collection; london art market; formerly in a 1970s swiss collection."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"340","title":{"en":"egyptian faience pendant of khnum in gilded silver pendant setting"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30519/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":260,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.781Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30519,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30520/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30520/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30520/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a faience amulet in the form of the wedjat eye with incisions outlining the eye, brow, and cosmetic line. the amulet is set in a modern 18k gilded silver pendant, with a matching chain included.for similar see: national museums liverpool, accession number m11893oo.size: 30mm x 25mm; weight: 12gprivate uk collection; london art market; formerly in a 1970s swiss collection."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"341","title":{"en":"egyptian faience wedjat amulet in gilded silver pendant setting"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30520/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":220,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.913Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30520,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":150,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30521/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30521/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"middle kingdom to second intermediate period, ca. 2055 - 1550 bc. a collection of three steatite scarabs, each with a domed back and incised detailing of the head and clypeus. the reverses of the two larger examples are engraved with intersecting linear motifs, while the smaller bears a symmetrical scroll pattern composed of central waves and inward-turning volutes. all are pierced longitudinally. for similar see: h. r. hall, catalogue of egyptian scarabs; etc in the british museum, printed by order of trustees, 1913, cat. 231. size: 14-18mm x 10-13mm; weight: 5g provenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the london art market in the 1970s. reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":350,"lotNumber":"342","title":{"en":"collection of three egyptian steatite scarabs"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30521/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.848Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£250 - £350","currency":"GBP","id":30521,"estimateMin":250},{"startPrice":150,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30522/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30522/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"second intermediate period to new kingdom, ca. 1790 - 1069 bc. a collection of three steatite scarabs, each with a rounded back showing incised detail to the clypeus, head, and thorax. the flat undersides are engraved with representations of animals and hieroglyphic signs, framed within linear borders. all are pierced longitudinally for suspension. for similar see: h. r. hall, catalogue of egyptian scarabs; etc in the british museum, printed by order of trustees, 1913, cat. 416-419. size: 15-19mm x 11-13mm; weight: 7g provenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the london art market in the 1970s. reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":350,"lotNumber":"343","title":{"en":"collection of three egyptian steatite scarabs"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30522/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.849Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£250 - £350","currency":"GBP","id":30522,"estimateMin":250},{"startPrice":150,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30523/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30523/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"middle kingdom to second intermediate period, ca. 2055 - 1550 bc. a collection of three steatite scarabs, each with a domed upper surface and incised detailing to the head and clypeus. the flat bases are decorated with engraved compositions of hieroglyphic signs, scrollwork, and linear designs enclosed within oval borders. all are pierced longitudinally for suspension. for similar see: h. r. hall, catalogue of egyptian scarabs; etc in the british museum, printed by order of trustees, 1913, cat. 231. size: 18-21mm x 13-14mm; weight: 9g provenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the london art market in the 1970s. reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":350,"lotNumber":"344","title":{"en":"collection of three egyptian steatite scarabs"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30523/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.856Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£250 - £350","currency":"GBP","id":30523,"estimateMin":250},{"startPrice":150,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30524/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30524/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"middle kingdom to second intermediate period, ca. 2055 - 1550 bc. a collection of three steatite scarabs, each with a domed back carved with a delineated clypeus and head. the undersides are engraved with hieroglyphs, scroll motifs, and geometric patterns arranged within defined borders. all are pierced longitudinally for suspension. for similar see: h. r. hall, catalogue of egyptian scarabs; etc in the british museum, printed by order of trustees, 1913, cat. 230-232. size: 18-19mm x 13-14mm; weight: 7g provenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the london art market in the 1970s. reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":350,"lotNumber":"345","title":{"en":"collection of three egyptian steatite scarabs"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30524/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.863Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£250 - £350","currency":"GBP","id":30524,"estimateMin":250},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30525/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30525/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30525/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a turquoise faience amulet modelled in the form of the eye of horus (wedjat), with raised detailing in contrasting glaze defining the brow, pupil, cosmetic line, and extended cheek markings. the amulet is pierced horizontally for suspension near the top edge.for similar see: the michael c. carlos museum, object number 2008.001.006.size: 32mm x 22mm; weight: 6gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the london art market in the 1970s.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"346","title":{"en":"egyptian faience eye of horus amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30525/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.870Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":30525,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30526/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30526/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30526/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30526/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30526/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a faience amulet representing the goddess taweret in typical hippopotamus form, shown standing upright with a prominent swollen belly, pendant arms, and leonine paws. the head combines hippopotamus features with a projecting snout and rounded ears. a suspension loop is present at the top, and a vertical dorsal ridge runs down the back.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 74.51.4485 (type).size: 40mm x 11mm; weight: 4gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the london art market in the 1970s.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"347","title":{"en":"egyptian faience taweret amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30526/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.877Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":30526,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30527/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30527/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30527/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30527/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30527/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a faience amulet in the form of a seated baboon with prominent facial features, incised mane detailing, and forearms resting on bent knees. the figure sits upon an integral base, and a suspension loop is present at the back.fo similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 44.4.41.size: 31mm x 23mm; weight: 13gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the london art market in the 1970s.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"348","title":{"en":"egyptian faience baboon amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30527/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.884Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30527,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30528/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30528/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30528/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30528/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30528/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 664 - 30 bc. a faience amulet in the form of the lion-headed goddess sekhmet, shown striding forward with arms held tightly to the sides and standing on a rectangular base. a horizontal perforation is drilled through the back at shoulder-blade height for suspension.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 89.2.355.size: 44mm x 14mm; weight: 4gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the london art market in the 1970s.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"349","title":{"en":"egyptian faience sekhmet amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30528/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.321Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30528,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30529/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30529/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30529/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"late period to ptolemaic period, ca. 664 - 30 bc. a faience amulet depicting the triad of nephthys, horus, and isis standing side by side beneath a projecting suspension loop. each figure is shown in relief within a recessed niche: nephthys at left with her emblem atop the head, horus in the centre with a side lock, and isis at right wearing the throne hieroglyph. the reverse is flat and undecorated.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 17.194.2246.size: 41mm x 22mm; weight: 13gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the london art market in the 1970s.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"350","title":{"en":"egyptian faience triad amulet - nephthys, horus, isis"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30529/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":240,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.322Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30529,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30530/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30530/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30530/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30530/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30530/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"late period to ptolemaic period, ca. 664 - 30 bc. a faience amulet modelled in the form of a squatting baboon seated on a rectangular base. the figure is depicted with a ridged mane, crosshatched upper body, and arms resting on bent knees. a suspension loop is pierced horizontally at the top.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 44.4.41.size: 44mm x 23mm; weight: 13gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously in a collection of a north london gentleman; formerly in a collection of mrs b. ellison, a deceased former member of the egyptian exploration fund, bought from the 1940s, cairo and london.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"351","title":{"en":"egyptian faience baboon amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30530/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.324Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30530,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30531/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30531/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30531/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"late period to ptolemaic period, ca. 664 - 30 bc. a faience fertility amulet modelled as a kneeling male figure positioned behind a prone female, her limbs bent beneath her body, both arranged horizontally on a rectangular base. a suspension perforation is drilled through the back of the male figure\u2019s neck.size: 56mm x 23mm; weight: 11gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously in a collection of a north london gentleman; formerly in a collection of mrs b. ellison, a deceased former member of the egyptian exploration fund, bought from the 1940s, cairo and london.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"352","title":{"en":"egyptian faience fertility amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30531/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.326Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30531,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30532/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30532/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30532/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"new kingdom to late period, ca. 1150 - 332 bc. a faience menat counterpoise amulet with a flat, trapezoidal upper section and rounded base. the obverse is decorated with a vertical column of hieroglyphs within a rectangular panel. two small suspension holes are drilled at the top edge. the reverse is undecorated.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 26.7.1051.size: 51mm x 33mm; weight: 9gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously in a collection of a north london gentleman; formerly in a collection of mrs b. ellison, a deceased former member of the egyptian exploration fund, bought from the 1940s, cairo and london.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"353","title":{"en":"egyptian faience menat counterpoise amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30532/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":320,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.327Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30532,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30533/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30533/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30533/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30533/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30533/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"third intermediate period, ca. 1069 - 664 bc. a vivid blue faience amulet depicting a seated cat on an integral rectangular base. the animal is shown upright with forepaws together and tail curving around the right side. the head is alert with incised eyes and upright ears. a suspension loop is present on the back.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 45.2.2.size: 49mm x 33mm; weight: 18gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously in a collection of a north london gentleman; formerly in a collection of mrs b. ellison, a deceased former member of the egyptian exploration fund, bought from the 1940s, cairo and london.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"354","title":{"en":"egyptian blue faience cat amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30533/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.328Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30533,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30534/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30534/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30534/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30534/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30534/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a faience amulet in the form of the jackal-headed god anubis standing on an integral rectangular base. the figure is shown striding forward with arms at the sides, and wearing a short kilt. the head is rendered with prominent ears and a projecting snout.for similar see: the british museum, miscellaneous number: an1896-1908-ea.873.size: 55mm x 19mm; weight: 8gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously in a collection of a north london gentleman; formerly in a collection of mrs b. ellison, a deceased former member of the egyptian exploration fund, bought from the 1940s, cairo and london.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"355","title":{"en":"egyptian faience anubis amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30534/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.330Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30534,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30535/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30535/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30535/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30535/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30535/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a faience amulet of isis seated on a throne, holding the infant horus on her lap. the goddess wears a tripartite wig and a crown consisting of a sun disc flanked by cow\u2019s horns. the rear of the amulet is modelled with a vertical back-pillar extending from the base to the top of the crown, and a horizontal perforation is placed behind her head.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 74.51.4476.size: 53mm x 19mm; weight: 13gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously in a collection of a north london gentleman; formerly in a collection of mrs b. ellison, a deceased former member of the egyptian exploration fund, bought from the 1940s, cairo and london.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"356","title":{"en":"egyptian faience isis and horus amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30535/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.331Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":30535,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30536/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30536/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30536/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"third intermediate period to late period, ca. 1069 - 332 bc. a faience amulet in the form of the eye of horus (wedjat), modelled with a tapering outline and a flattened upper edge. a painted band extends across the brow, and the pupil is indicated by a painted dot.for similar see: national museums liverpool, accession number m11893o.size: 47mm x 34mm; weight: 14gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously in a collection of a north london gentleman; formerly in a collection of mrs b. ellison, a deceased former member of the egyptian exploration fund, bought from the 1940s, cairo and london.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"357","title":{"en":"egyptian faience eye of horus amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30536/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:29.333Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":30536,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30537/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30537/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30537/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30537/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30537/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"late period to ptolemaic period, ca. 664 - 30 bc. a faience amulet in the form of the god thoth, depicted standing with arms held closely to the sides and wearing a short kilt. the head is of an ibis with a long, downward-curving beak and a tripartite wig. the figure stands on an integral rectangular base, with the back pillar extending upwards behind the head and terminating in a suspension loop.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 15.43.324.size: 64mm x 17mm; 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weight: 310gprovenance: private london collection.; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired in france between 2000 - 2005, ex. alan kotlar collection, formed in paris in the 1970s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"360","title":{"en":"anatolian terracotta standing mother goddess statue"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30539/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":360,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:23:27.520Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30539,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30540/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30540/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30540/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1600 - 1200 bc. a shallow terracotta dish with slightly flaring walls and two horizontal strap handles, decorated in black and brown slip. the interior is ornamented with a central cross encircled by concentric circles and linear motifs, all framed by a border of scale-like arcs. the underside bears a radiating wheel motif on the base and parallel bands along the sides.for similar see: v. karageorghis, ancient art from cyprus, the metropolitan museum of art, cat. 48, p. 37.size: 235mm x 80mm; weight: 315gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"361","title":{"en":"cypriot terracotta bichrome plate"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30540/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:23:27.522Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30540,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30541/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30541/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30541/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30541/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30541/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1600 - 1200 bc. a terracotta jug with a rounded body, short neck, and wide flaring rim, fitted with a curved handle and a long, upward-angled spout emerging from the shoulder. the surface is polished and decorated with incised linear bands encircling the body and base of the neck.for similar see: v. karageorghis, ancient art from cyprus, the metropolitan museum of art, cat. 292, p. 179.size: 175mm x 130mm; 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the exterior with a reddish slip and a polished surface.size: 170mm x 135mm; weight: 550gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"364","title":{"en":"amlash terracotta polished ribbed jar"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30543/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:23:18.196Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":30543,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30544/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30544/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30544/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30544/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 900 - 300 bc. a restrung necklace composed of disc-shaped lapis lazuli beads interspersed with small biconical gold spacers. the central section includes ribbed gold tubes alternating with lapis discs. two banded agate barrel beads are symmetrically positioned near the clasp.size: 340/680mm x 5mm; weight: 41gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the london art market, 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"365","title":{"en":"iron age mediterranean area lapis lazuli and high karat gold necklace"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30544/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:29.796Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30544,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30545/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30545/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30545/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30545/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30545/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30545/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 800 - 600 bc. a terracotta jug with a rounded body, tall cylindrical neck with flared rim, and a single arched handle. the surface is decorated with horizontal red painted bands, including straight and wavy lines encircling the upper body and handle. for similar see: orbis biblicus et orientalis 36, series archaeologica, raz kletter, irit ziffer, wolfgang zwickel, yavneh ii, the \u2018temple hill\u2019 repository pitcypro-phoenician juglet no. 10, b7476. size: 140mm x 85mm; 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the middle with a sharply everted rim and high arched handle, the pale ground painted in dark brown with bands, rectangular panels and concentric circles, and a large twin-pronged projection rising from the handle; the one on the right with a flat rim and tall strap handle flanked by a pair of circular lateral projections, the buff ground decorated in dark brown with horizontal registers of lozenges, squares, lattice and meanders, and a broad basal band intersected by alternating crosshatched lozenges and concentric motifs.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1856,1226.201.size: 100-110mm x 80-90mm; weight: 315gprovenance: property of a central london gallery, previously acquired on the dutch art market; previously acquired on the belgian art market; hugo lievens, brussels 1982."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"367","title":{"en":"collection of daunian painted jugs with geometric motifs"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30546/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":400,"soldPrice":850,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.780Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£600 - £1,000","currency":"GBP","id":30546,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30547/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30547/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30547/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30547/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30547/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30547/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 450 - 350 bc. a terracotta askos in the stylised form of a duck, with a globular body, a duck-head protome, a wide spout pierced with small straining holes, and an upright arching handle. the surface is painted in red and dark brown slip with broad panels extending across the body and handle, incorporating wavy and angular linear motifs. the detachable conical lid is topped with a prominent triple-horn finial, each horn painted with encircling brown bands.for similar see: the university of glasgow, object number glahm d.1981.45.size: 130mm x 170mm; 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weight: 300g provenance: property of a central london gallery, previously acquired on the dutch art market; previously acquired on the belgian art market; hugo lievens, brussels 1982."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"369","title":{"en":"pair of daunian terracotta vessels with black painted decorations"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30548/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.830Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30548,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30549/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30549/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30549/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30549/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30549/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30549/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30549/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 500 bc. a black-glazed stamnos with a globular body, short cylindrical neck, thickened rim, and two small diagonally set loop handles. a faint linear inscription is incised across the shoulder.for similar see: catalogo generale dei beni culturali, melfi, codice di catalogo nazionale 1500862903.size: 140mm x 120mm; weight: 425gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the dutch art market; previously acquired on the belgian art market; hugo lievens, brussels 1982."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"370","title":{"en":"etruscan globular stamnos with inscription"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30549/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":1200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.918Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30549,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30550/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30550/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 350 - 300 bc. a broad circular mirror cast in bronze with a tapering tang extending downward from the lower edge.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1873,0820.103 (shape).size: 190mm x 135mm; 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weight: 220gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the belgian art market, 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"372","title":{"en":"greek stone ribbed vessel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30551/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:33.088Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30551,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30552/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30552/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30552/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30552/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 300 bc. a circular pyxis carved from alabaster with a flat base and a vertical wall rising to a pronounced rim. the interior is divided into three lobed compartments. small circular perforations pierce the wall just below the rim.for similar see: e. m. de juliis, gli ori di taranto in età ellenistica, p. 349.size: 130mm x 65mm; weight: 730gprovenance: private london collection.; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired in france between 2000 - 2005, ex. alan kotlar collection, formed in paris in the 1970s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"373","title":{"en":"greek period alabaster pyxis"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30552/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:51:33.089Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30552,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30553/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30553/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30553/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30553/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30553/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30553/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 300 bc. a terracotta wine amphora with a tall cylindrical neck, a broad, rounded shoulder, and a tapering body terminating in a narrow ring foot. two robust handles extend from the upper shoulders to the neck. a series of finely incised horizontal lines encircles the shoulder.for similar see: s. gallimore, a possible amphora second at sikyon, greece, f. 6.size: 380mm x 260mm; weight: 3.3kgprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"374","title":{"en":"greek terracotta wine amphora"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30553/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:33.189Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30553,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30554/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30554/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30554/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 300 bc. a terracotta statuette of astarte modelled standing with the arms held close to the sides, the body in a columnar form tapering towards the joined feet. the head is crowned with a broad circular headdress framing the face, the facial features schematically indicated. size: 145mm x 55mm; weight: 80g provenance: private uk collection ; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired from sultani antiques before 1999."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"375","title":{"en":"greek terracotta statuette of astarte"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30554/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:29.799Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30554,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30555/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30555/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30555/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 200 bc. a fragmentary terracotta plaque preserving the head of a female figure, identified as venus. the face is oval with softly modelled features, slightly parted lips, and almond-shaped eyes beneath gently arched brows. the centrally parted hair is arranged in thick, wavy strands that fall symmetrically along the cheeks and shoulders. mounted on a modern stand. for similar see: r. i thomas, naukratis: ptolemaic and roman figures, models and coffin-fittings in terracotta (2015), f.26. size: 115mm x 80mm; weight: 110g provenance: private uk collection, acquired on the us art market; ex. donald wonder (1938-2023), california & new jersey; thence by descent."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"376","title":{"en":"rare hellenistic terracotta plaque with head of venus"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30555/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.780Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30555,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30556/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30556/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30556/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30556/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30556/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30556/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 200 bc. a collection of four terracotta female figures. the one on the left depicts a standing draped figure with a long veil covering the head and shoulders. the second is a flat-backed figure with both hands raised to the chest and pronounced breasts. the third is a nude seated torso with well-defined modelling of the abdomen and chest. the last is a fragmentary head wearing a high stephane and the remains of a veil falling over the sides. each is mounted on a modern stand.for similar see: s. moscati, i feninci, bompiani, 1989, cat. 217, 219, 538, 540.size: 90-150mm x 45-60mm; weight: 640gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the us art market; ex. donald wonder (1938-2023), california & new jersey; thence by descent."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"377","title":{"en":"collection of greek and phoenician terracotta goddess figurines"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30556/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.912Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30556,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30557/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30557/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30557/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 450 bc. a rectangular terracotta plaque depicting a seated goddess in high relief, her head slightly turned and crowned with a stephane. she holds a rounded object in her raised right hand and wears a fitted garment with diagonal folds, particularly marked around the thighs. she is seated on a low, ridged stool. a smaller figure stands beside her with hands raised in a gesture of devotion. the lower register is decorated with a vegetal motif, and the reverse is flat and undecorated.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1865,0712.32.size: 73mm x 29mm; weight: 35gprovenance: private uk collection, h.g.; previously with a london gallery; formerly acquired in 1999 from a london antiquities dealer."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"378","title":{"en":"greek terracotta plaque with seated goddess"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30557/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.917Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30557,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30558/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30558/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30558/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 200 bc - ad 100. a bar-shaped pendant formed around a solid core, fitted with three circular gold settings, each enclosing a drop-shaped cabochon and bordered with applied granules. from the top of each setting rises a vertical suspension loop, each surmounted by a single fine granule. below, rings are affixed to the lower edge of the settings, from which hang spherical dangles terminating in clusters of delicate filigree.for similar see: f. h. marchall ma. catalogue of jewellery greek, etruscan, and roman, in the deparment of antiquities, british musuem, 1911, cat. 2059.size: 29mm x 25mm; weight: 3gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1980s mayfair family private collection."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"379","title":{"en":"hellenistic high karat gold earring with cloisonné and pendants"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30558/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":400,"soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:33.242Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£600 - £1,000","currency":"GBP","id":30558,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30559/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30559/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30559/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. a gold pendant shaped as a lunula with ribbed suspension loop and two triangular clusters of granules at each tip. the crescentic frame is bordered with twisted wire and encloses a raised mount holding a green glass cabochon set between two jagged-toothed collars. the reverse is flat and plain.for similar see: m. de juliis, gli ori di taranto in età ellenistica, 1984, cat. 70.size: 21mm x 20mm; weight: 2gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1980s mayfair family private collection."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"380","title":{"en":"hellenistic high karat gold pendant in the form of a lunula with green glass cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30559/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:33.549Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30559,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30560/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30560/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30560/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30560/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. a gold earring composed of a tapering spiral hoop that curves forward and is joined to a flaring collar incised with tongue-shaped motifs. from the collar emerges the head of apollo, rendered in high relief with almond-shaped eyes, arched brows, a straight nose, and parted lips. the hair is arranged in thick, wavy strands bound with a diadem, with curled locks falling behind the ears.for similar see: m. de juliis, gli ori di taranto in età ellenistica, 1984, cat. 130-131.size: 26mm x 20mm; weight: 4gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1980s mayfair family private collection."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"381","title":{"en":"hellenistic high karat gold earring with head of apollo"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30560/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:33.553Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£600 - £1,000","currency":"GBP","id":30560,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30561/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30561/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30561/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 bc. a gold plaque formed from a thin circular sheet, repoussé-decorated with a central rosette consisting of a raised circular boss surrounded by twelve radiating petals in relief. the petals are outlined with a fine beaded border.for similar see: m. de juliis, gli ori di taranto in età ellenistica, 1984, cat. 97-98.size: 35mm x 34mm; 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a suspension loop is set above the granulated neck.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 74.51.3313.size: 21-28mm x 45906mm; weight: 3gprovenance: private london collection; formerly in south german private collection 1980s-early1990s"},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"383","title":{"en":"pair of hellenistic high karat gold club of hercules shaped pendants"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30562/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:36.652Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30562,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30563/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30563/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 200 bc. a collection of three gold pendants, each in the form of a stylised lotus flower with elongated, tapering petals extending from a rounded calyx, from which the suspension loops also emerge.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 134255.size: 24-26mm x 19-19mm; weight: 3gprovenance: private london collection; formerly in german private collection 1980s-early1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"384","title":{"en":"collection of greek high karat gold lotus-shaped pendants"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30563/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":420,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:40.069Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30563,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30564/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30564/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 900 - 600 bc. a collection of three gold pendants. the one on the left is circular, made from a thin sheet of gold with a twisted wire border, the field embellished with scroll-like filigree and applied hemispheres. in the centre, a circular pendant with a domed boss surrounded by concentric rings of punched dots, and a rolled suspension tube. the pendant on the right is teardrop-shaped, with a raised central boss within a single ring of punched dots, the suspension formed by folding the upper edge into a narrow loop.for similar see: i. h. nigahban, marlik: the complete excavation, part ii, dec. 2024, cat. 193.size: 13-17mm x 9-18mm; weight: 2gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"385","title":{"en":"collection of early greek period high karat gold pendants"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30564/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:23.204Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30564,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30565/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30565/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30565/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30565/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30565/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30565/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 300 bc. a terracotta jug with a globular body decorated with a frieze of continuous meander below a band of spirals and ivy leaves. the wide neck rises to a flat rim, joined to the shoulder by a single strap handle. the slightly domed lid is surmounted by a knob handle and painted with radiating lines.size: 90mm x 100mm; 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weight: 160gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the dutch art market; previously acquired on the belgian art market; hugo lievens, brussels 1982."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"387","title":{"en":"apulian xenon ware cup with laurel wreath and palmette"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30566/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":440,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:23.346Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30566,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30567/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30567/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30567/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30567/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30567/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30567/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30567/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 300 bc. a black-glazed terracotta guttus with a ribbed, rounded body tapering to a narrow foot, a vertical spout with a thickened lip, and a loop handle rising from the shoulder. the upper surface is decorated with a moulded relief of a lion\u2019s head set at the centre. the surface retains a glossy black slip, with a reserved band encircling the base. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 96.18.36 (type). size: 100mm x 110mm; 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weight: 155gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the dutch art market; previously acquired on the belgian art market; hugo lievens, brussels 1982."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"389","title":{"en":"rare greek kalathos with geometric motif"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30568/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:23.363Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30568,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30569/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30569/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30569/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30569/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30569/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30569/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 320 - 280 bc. a collection of three xenon ware vessels, each decorated with red pigment on a glossy black ground. the one on the left is a kantharos with a squat body, high-arching handles, and a wide flaring rim, painted with a central frieze of chevrons enclosed within a red-bordered panel. the middle vessel is a trefoil-lipped oinochoe with a globular body and broad neck, featuring a chevron frieze around the shoulder and a band of key-pattern around the midsection. the oinochoe on the right is decorated on the front side with a large palmette.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 1972.11.5; m. rubinich, ceramica e coroplastica dalla magna grecia nella collezione de brandis, eritreg, 2006, cat. 94, 95, 96.size: 50-60mm x 40-50mm; weight: 100gprovenance: property of a central london gallery, previously acquired on the dutch art market; previously acquired on the belgium art market; daniel bogaerts, brussels, 1995."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"390","title":{"en":"collection of xenon ware vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30569/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":280,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:23.366Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30569,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30570/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30570/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30570/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30570/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 700 - 400 bc. a collection of eight terracotta vessels. in the back row, from left to right: a shallow dish with a wide flat rim; 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weight: 2gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1990s uk collection of ancient art."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"392","title":{"en":"pair of hellenistic high karat gold lunar-shaped earrings"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30571/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":240,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:23.371Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30571,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30572/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30572/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30572/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. a matched pair of gold earrings, each formed from twisted wire hoops tapering towards a clasp at the top and terminating below in a vertical cluster of granules. the left earring is fitted with a separately applied rosette-shaped terminal composed of a central boss surrounded by a raised circular ridge, while the right earring features a simplified knop.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1897,0401.209.size: 21-22mm x 17-18mm; weight: 4gprovenance: private london collection; previously french art market 1970s/1980s."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"393","title":{"en":"hellenistic high karat gold coiled earrings with flower and pellets"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30572/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:23.373Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£600 - £1,000","currency":"GBP","id":30572,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30573/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30573/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30573/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. a matched pair of gold earrings, each formed from a thin sheet cut into a broad, crescent-shaped hoop with tapering terminals.for similar see: f. h. marchall ma. catalogue of jewellery greek, etruscan, and roman, in the deparment of antiquities, british musuem, 1911, cat. 2454.size: 25-26mm x 21-21mm; weight: 3gprovenance: private london collection; previously french art market 1970s/1980s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"394","title":{"en":"pair of hellenistic high karat gold lunar-shaped earrings"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30573/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:23.378Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30573,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30574/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30574/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. a collection of three gold pendants. on the left, a drop-shaped pendant set with a blue insert within a plain gold border and an integral suspension loop. at centre, a pendant with a tear-shaped white inset enclosed by a gold frame bordered with twisted wire and terminating in volute finials. on the right, a pendant with a greenish conical stone framed by granulated gold edges, with a ribbed suspension bar and a spherical terminal at the base.for similar see: christie's, live auction 1445, ancient jewelry, lot 120.size: 14-19mm x 6-10mm; weight: 2gprovenance: private london collection; formerly in german private collection 1980s-early1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"395","title":{"en":"collection of hellenistic high karat gold pendants"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30574/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":420,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:29.794Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30574,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30575/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30575/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. a matching pair of repoussé gold pendants, each depicting a stylised lion seated frontally with forepaws placed side by side and head rendered in high relief. each pendant is fitted with an integral loop above the head.size: 24-25mm x 45938mm; weight: 3gprovenance: private london collection; formerly in german private collection 1980s-early1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"396","title":{"en":"matching pair of hellenistic high karat gold lion-shaped pendants"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30575/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:29.810Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30575,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30576/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30576/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30576/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 200 bc. a circular amethyst intaglio engraved with the profile head of apollo facing left, his hair bound with a fillet and his shoulders draped in a cloak. the stone is set within a gold mount with a scalloped edge and flat back, flanked by a pair of loop attachments on either side.for similar see: d. del bufalo, catalogo illustrato della glittica nella collezione santarelli, cat 47/105g.size: 22mm x 17mm; 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weight: 150gprovenance: property of a central london gallery, previously acquired on the dutch art market; previously acquired on the belgian art market; hugo lievens, brussels 1982."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"398","title":{"en":"greek terracotta skyphos with lady of fashion"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30577/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":420,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:29.906Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30577,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30578/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30578/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30578/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30578/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30578/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30578/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 bc. a collection of three pottery lekythoi of varying height and proportions, each with a flared rim, single handle, and ring foot. each body is decorated with a net pattern composed of intersecting diagonal lines, with vertical strokes encircling the base of the neck.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1814,0704; 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fordham university libraries, inventory number 2007.1.163.size: 140mm x 30mm; weight: 150gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the dutch art market; previously acquired on the belgian art market; hugo lievens, brussels 1982."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"400","title":{"en":"apulian terracotta plate with lady of fashion"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30579/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":380,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:33.189Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30579,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30580/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30580/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30580/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30580/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30580/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 300 bc. a black-glaze chalice with a deep, flaring bowl set on a short stem and disc foot, reserved at the base. the body is encircled by vertical fluting in the lower section and flanked by two high, arched handles curving outward. the interior of the bowl is decorated at the centre with four stamped palmettes arranged around a central rosette.for similar see: the british museum, miscellaneous number: 1987.432.size: 120mm x 75mm; 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the john and geraldine lilley museum of art, inv: 2019.5.2.size: 125mm x 70mm; weight: 135gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the dutch art market; previously acquired on the belgian art market; hugo lievens, brussels 1982."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"410","title":{"en":"stunning gnathian cup with vine tendrils and painted handles"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30589/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.907Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30589,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30590/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30590/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30590/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30590/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 275 bc. a collection of three black-glazed vessels, including: a lekythos with a tall cylindrical neck and a reserved band around the upper body; 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weight: 52.11gprovenance: private uk collection; london art market; formerly in a belgian private collection of a.g. 1980s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"417","title":{"en":"pair of greek period silver bracelets with decorated finials"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30596/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:23:18.245Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30596,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30597/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30597/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 800 - 300 bc. a collection of seventeen cast bronze arrowheads, including trilobate, bilobate, and leaf-shaped forms. some with socketed shafts, others with solid tangs, the blades varying from slender and elongated to broad and compact.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 26.199.292.size: 24-46mm x 9.3-15mm; 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weight: 160g provenance: property of a central london gallery, previously acquired on the dutch art market; previously acquired on the belgium art market; daniel bogaerts, brussels, 1995."},"estimateMax":350,"lotNumber":"420","title":{"en":"greek black glaze jug"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30599/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":150,"soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.914Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£250 - £350","currency":"GBP","id":30599,"estimateMin":250},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30600/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30600/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30600/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 300 bc. a pair of black-glazed cups, each with a ring foot and stamped interior. the one on the left has a shallow hemispherical body and a central rosette of six radiating petals, enclosed by bands of fine stamped impressions. the one on the right is deeper; its interior is decorated with a central palmette rosette surrounded by a band of seven almond-shaped elements, all enclosed within a field of densely stamped diagonal marks.for similar see: the museum of fine arts, budapest, inventory number 96.19.a (decoration and glaze).size: 50-65mm x 135-170mm; weight: 515gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the dutch art market; previously acquired on the belgian art market; hugo lievens, brussels 1982."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"421","title":{"en":"pair of greek black-glazed cups with stamped decoration"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30600/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.916Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30600,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30601/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30601/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30601/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30601/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 325 - 275 bc. a collection of three black-glazed vessels, including: a trefoil-lipped oinochoe with rounded body and a large fan-palm motif in added red; and two similar jars with convex bodies and flaring rims, each with a single vertical handle, painted with radiating strokes at the shoulder and a laurel-leaf band encircling the body.for similar see: the national museum in warsaw, inventory number 239219 mnw; the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 1971.11.17.size: 60-65mm x 50-75mm; weight: 170gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the dutch art market; previously acquired on the belgian art market; hugo lievens, brussels 1982."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"422","title":{"en":"collection of xenonware offering vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30601/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":340,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:33.189Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30601,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30602/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30602/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30602/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30602/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30602/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30602/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 300 bc. a pair of red-figure squat lekythoi with wide mouths and cylindrical necks. one vessel depicts the profile of a woman\u2019s head flanked by scroll motifs, while the other shows a leaping spotted animal framed by similar scrolling elements. both necks are decorated with vertical strokes, and each vessel stands on a ring base.for similar see: the bilbao fine arts museum, inv. no. 82/1436.size: 80-100mm x 40-55mm; 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weight: 355gprovenance: private london collection; bought in vienna, austria in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"428","title":{"en":"iron age/celtic iron spearhead"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30607/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:46.449Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30607,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30608/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30608/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30608/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30608/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30608/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 bc. a pair of silver bracelets, each with a conical section widening to the edges. the flat terminals were shaped to encircle the wrist.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, accession number: 22.139.50; s. moscati, palazzo grassi, venezia, i celti, bompiani, 1989, p. 274.size: 70-70mm x 65-65mm; weight: 110gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"429","title":{"en":"pair of heavy celtic silver bracelets"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30608/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:46.459Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30608,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30609/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30609/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30609/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30609/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30609/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 bc. a pair of silver bracelets, each with a conical section widening to the edges, decorated with incised geometric motifs to form a net pattern. the edges are flat and incised with concentric lines.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, accession number: 22.139.50; s. moscati, palazzo grassi, venezia, i celti, bompiani, 1989, p. 274.size: 75-80mm x 70-70mm; weight: 130gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"430","title":{"en":"pair of heavy celtic silver bracelets"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30609/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:46.681Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30609,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30610/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30610/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30610/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 200. a silver ring with a thick hoop tapering towards the back and terminating in two confronted snake heads. each head is flattened and engraved with a pair of concentric circles to represent eyes.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1937,0315.1.size: d:16.92mm / us: 6 1/2 / uk: m 1/2; weight: 4gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"431","title":{"en":"romano-celtic silver double snake ring"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30610/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":280,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:47.303Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30610,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30611/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30611/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 bc. a pair of two socketed bronze axe heads, each with a sub-rectangular blade expanding towards a curved cutting edge. both feature a socket with a rounded collar and a loop on one side for hafting. restored.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 2017.38; a. m. bietti sestieri, and e. macnamara, the prehistoric metal artefacts from italy in the british museum, cat. 497-500.size: 140-145mm x 50-55mm; weight: 385gprovenance: from the private collection of an essex gentleman; previously in an old british collection, formed in the 1980s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"432","title":{"en":"pair of celtic bronze axe heads"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30611/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:47.634Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30611,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30612/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30612/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. a collection of fourteen bronze votive rider figurines and five horses. the riders are modelled with legs apart in a straddling position, designed to sit atop the horses, with both arms extended and one raised high. the horses are depicted with elongated bodies, raised forelegs, and heads held aloft.for similar see: british museum 1990,0101.1size: 35-45mm x 20-30mm; weight: 230gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market in the 1990s.this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"433","title":{"en":"collection of celtic votive figurines of riders and horses"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30612/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:47.657Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":30612,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30613/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30613/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30613/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30613/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 200. a solid-cast bronze figurine of a galloping horse, shown with raised foreleg and arched neck. the mane is rendered with incised lines, and the tail extends downwards. the body is decorated with fine incised lines suggesting the texture of the coat.for similar see: christie's, online auction, 22758, works of art from the mougins museum of classical art, online, lot 145.size: 40.2mm x 40.6mm; weight: 39.48gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"434","title":{"en":"romano-celtic bronze galloping horse"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30613/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":320,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:47.685Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30613,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30614/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30614/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30614/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900. a bronze openwork appliqué depicting a stylised horse and mounted warrior. the figure sits upright with bent arms extended and a large, angular face shown in profile. the horse is rendered in a dynamic pose, its arched neck and extended limbs creating open spaces within the composition. the reverse is hollow.for similar see: s. moscati, palazzo grassi, venezia, i celti, bompiani, 1989, la necropolis di jogasses, p. 131.size: 42mm x 31mm; weight: 8gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"435","title":{"en":"viking bronze openwork appliqué in the form of a horse and rider"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30614/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:36.653Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":30614,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30615/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30615/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30615/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300. a pair of bronze horse figurines. the one on the left has a more naturalistic form, with a defined mane, broad chest, and flowing tail. the one on the right is rendered in a more stylised manner, with angular contours, a sharply pointed muzzle, and an elongated tail extending in a straight line from the body.for similar see: christie's, live auction 5488, antiquities, 7 october 2010, lot 283.size: 45-50mm x 40-40mm; weight: 64gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":350,"lotNumber":"436","title":{"en":"pair of celtic bronze horse figurines"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30615/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":150,"soldPrice":170,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:40.069Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£250 - £350","currency":"GBP","id":30615,"estimateMin":250},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30616/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30616/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 bc. a pair of socketed axe heads cast in bronze, each with a broad blade and sharply defined geometric decoration below the collar. the upper axe displays a deeply recessed chevron motif, while the lower example bears a similar design with more angular contours and an integrated side loop for attachment. both axe heads have elongated sockets and curved cutting edges. restored.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 2017.38; a. m. bietti sestieri, and e. macnamara, the prehistoric metal artefacts from italy in the british museum, cat. 497-500.size: 160-165mm x 55-60mm; weight: 730gprovenance: from the private collection of an essex gentleman; previously in an old british collection, formed in the 1980s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"437","title":{"en":"pair of celtic bronze axe heads"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30616/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:43.558Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30616,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30617/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30617/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30617/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30617/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30617/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30617/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30617/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30617/008/008.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. a pair of bronze bracelets, each open-type with a thick, d-sectioned band. the one on the left is plain; the one on the right is decorated with irregular incised strokes along the outer surface.for similar see: the british museum, museum number ml.1939.size: 60-80mm x 60-70mm; weight: 265gprovenance: property of an oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old canadian collection of f. n., ontario, formed in the 1970s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"438","title":{"en":"pair of celtic bronze bracelets"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30617/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:46.449Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30617,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30618/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30618/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 bc. a pair of cast bronze socketed axe heads, each with a wide, flaring blade. the upper example has a broad collar with short ribs and a small side loop positioned at the side. the lower axe head exhibits a more pronounced collar with a second raised ridge, and its loop extends diagonally from the upper rim to the socket wall, forming a triangular opening. restored.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 2017.38; a. m. bietti sestieri, and e. macnamara, the prehistoric metal artefacts from italy in the british museum, cat. 497-500.size: 120-130mm x 50-60mm; weight: 425gprovenance: from the private collection of an essex gentleman; previously in an old british collection, formed in the 1980s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"439","title":{"en":"pair of celtic bronze axe heads"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30618/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:46.712Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30618,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30619/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30619/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 bc. a pair of cast bronze axe heads. the upper example is a flanged axe with a narrow body, concave sides, and sharp lateral flanges. the lower example is a socketed axe with a broad collar, side loop, and ridged body ending in a flared blade. restored.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 2017.38; the british museum, museum number 1960,1107.4; a. m. bietti sestieri, and e. macnamara, the prehistoric metal artefacts from italy in the british museum, cat. 465.size: 150-170mm x 40-60mm; weight: 620gprovenance: from the private collection of an essex gentleman; previously in an old british collection, formed in the 1980s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"440","title":{"en":"pair of celtic bronze axe heads"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30619/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:47.257Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30619,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30620/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30620/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30620/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30620/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30620/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 800 - 600 bc. an iron oil lamp comprising a shallow, tapering bowl and a rear arm rising into an l-shaped bracket. the top is surmounted by a stylised bull\u2019s head with long, curved horns.for similar see: j. eisenberg, art of the ancient world, 2010, no. 179.size: 100mm x 130mm; weight: 185gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market before 2000."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"441","title":{"en":"danubian celtic iron oil lamp with bull's head"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30620/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:47.262Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30620,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30621/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30621/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30621/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30621/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 900 - 8000 bc. a bronze spearhead with a long, leaf-shaped blade tapering to a sharp point and a pronounced central midrib running the full length. the socketed shaft is cylindrical and slightly flaring towards the end, with a defined collar at the base. incised chevron decoration is visible at the juncture between the blade and socket.for similar see: a. m. bietti sestieri, and e. macnamara, the prehistoric metal artefacts from italy in the british museum, cat. 380.size: 245mm x 40mm; weight: 130gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"442","title":{"en":"celtic bronze socketed spearhead"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30621/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:47.635Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30621,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30622/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30622/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30622/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 200. a solid bronze figurine depicting standing isis-fortuna, wearing a long belted chiton. her hair is arranged in a horizontal braid beneath a modius. the right hand is lowered, holding a rudder resting against the hip, while the left arm supports a cornucopia curving forward from the shoulder.for similar see: sotheby's, ancient sculpture and work of art, 2 july 2019, lot 207; musee carnevalet, les bronzes antiques de paris. cat. 27.size: 51.2mm x 17.7mm; weight: 31.14gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"443","title":{"en":"roman bronze figurine of isis-fortuna"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30622/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:47.656Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30622,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30623/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30623/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30623/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 400. a collection of three bronze brooches. the one on the left is in the form of a cross with rounded terminals and a raised central ridge on each arm. the one in the centre has a small bow and semi-circular footplate pierced with two circular openings and decorated with incised lines along the edge. the one on the right is shaped like a stylised bird, with extended wings and tail decorated with circular bosses arranged symmetrically.for similar see: r. hattatt, a visual catalogue of ancient brooches, p. 361, fig. 220.size: 28-37mm x 18-30mm; 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weight: 112gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market before 2000."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"445","title":{"en":"roman bronze legionary figure of an eagle standing over a fallen deer"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30624/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":240,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.783Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30624,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30625/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30625/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30625/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30625/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 200. a cast bronze figurine depicting an eagle standing upright with wings drawn in and head turned slightly to the left. the body is compact, with a rounded chest and short tail, perched atop a stylised bull cranium with upward-curving horns. the base is columnar in form, rising from a flat square plinth.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1904,0204.1017.size: 48.5mm x 13.6mm; 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weight: 2gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1980s mayfair family private collection."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"460","title":{"en":"roman high karat gold pendant with agate cameo of athlete"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30639/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":4800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.780Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30639,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30640/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30640/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30640/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 300 - 500 . a gold pendant of arched rectangular form with a central circular setting enclosing a red garnet cabochon. the frame is bordered by a double-arched groove, with small granules accentuating the corners. a pair of dark blue cylindrical beads is suspended from side loops, while four garnet beads are strung on separate wire rings along the lower edge. a plain suspension ring is soldered at the top.size: 26mm x 20mm; 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weight: 2gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1980s mayfair family private collection."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"462","title":{"en":"roman high karat gold medallion depicting a magical scene"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30641/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":650,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.849Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30641,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30642/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30642/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300. a pair of gold bulla-shaped earring pendants, each formed from two joined hemispherical halves. the larger example has a wide ribbed suspension loop and is decorated with a cluster of applied granules at the top and a small finial at the bottom. the smaller pendant has a narrower loop and a similar granulated base. both were likely worn as earring dangles.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1914,1014.4.size: 21-24mm x 13-15mm; weight: 3gprovenance: private london collection; formerly in south german private collection 1980s-early1990s"},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"463","title":{"en":"pair of roman bulla-shaped pendants"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30642/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.873Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30642,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30643/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30643/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 200. a collection of three gold pendants. the first on the left is a cylindrical amulet with rounded ends, decorated with clusters of filigree and flanked by two vertical ribbed loops. the second is shell-shaped with radiating grooves, topped by a loop for suspension. the third has a crescent form with a wide, circular body and a central notch, surmounted by a solid suspension ring.for similar see: christie's, live auction 2375, ancient jewelry, lot. 423.size: 18-20mm x 10-13mm; weight: 3gprovenance: private london collection; previously acquired from a belgian collection (1980s-1990s)."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"464","title":{"en":"collection of roman high karat gold pendants"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30643/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":380,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.907Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30643,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30644/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30644/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 200. a collection of three phallic amulets. the first represents a male lower torso with a prominent phallus and testicles, the surface decorated with two rows of raised curls suggesting pubic hair, and an integral suspension loop above. the second is a flat, stylised depiction of the lower torso, decorated with incised lines, and with the loop formed by folding over the upper edge. the third is nearly rectangular with rounded corners, showing a phallus in relief within a beaded frame, surmounted by a ribbed suspension loop.for similar see: christie's, live auction 9050, ars amatoria, the haddad family collection of erotic art, lot 89.size: 16-22mm x 8-16mm; weight: 2gprovenance: private london collection; previously acquired from a belgian collection (1980s-1990s)."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"465","title":{"en":"collection of roman high karat gold amulets"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30644/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":480,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:29.794Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30644,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30645/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30645/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30645/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 100 bc - ad 100. a pendant formed from a carnelian amulet carved in the shape of a left foot with incised bands at the ankle. the upper section is encased in a cylindrical gold collar with an attached suspension loop.size: 22mm x 10mm; weight: 1gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1990s uk collection of ancient art."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"466","title":{"en":"roman high karat gold pendant with carnelian foot-shaped amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30645/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:29.909Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30645,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30646/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30646/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30646/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30646/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30646/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. a gold ring with a round d-section hoop that tapers at the base and widens at the shoulders to form a high bezel, securing a green plasma cabochon.size: d:4.6mm / us: 6 / uk: l 1/2; weight: 15.4gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"467","title":{"en":"roman high karat gold ring with plasma stone"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30646/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":380,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.780Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30646,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30647/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30647/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30647/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300. a gold ring formed from a hoop of circular section, tapering slightly towards the back. the front is flattened into a narrow bezel with a shallow inscription, now illegible.for similar see: bagot j., el legado de hefesto: a memorial to a private collection of ancient rings and glyptics, n. 467.size: d:13.83mm / us: 2 3/4 / uk: e 1/2; weight: 2gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"468","title":{"en":"roman high karat gold ring with inscription"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30647/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.785Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30647,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30648/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30648/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30648/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. a matched pair of gold earrings decorated with pearl pendants. hanging from the hoop is a gold wire with scrolling wirework and a small gold granule at the centre. the pendant terminates with a rounded pearl bead. the gold hoop is embellished with a small gold disc near the hinge.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, accession number: 74.51.3817.size: 35-35mm x 14-14mm; weight: 3gprovenance: private collection of an oxford professional, formed in the 1970s-1990s on the uk art market."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"469","title":{"en":"roman high karat gold earrings with pearl pendants"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30648/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.815Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30648,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30649/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30649/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30649/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300. a pair of gold earrings, each formed with a circular box setting enclosing a domed white cabochon within a plain gold frame. the settings are suspended from gold wires forming the upper loop. hanging below each cabochon is a vertical pendant terminating in a small loop.for similar see: christie's, online auction 16396, ancient jewelry: wearable art, lot 35.size: 20-22mm x 45845mm; weight: 2gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1990s uk collection of ancient art."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"470","title":{"en":"matched pair of roman earrings with large central cabochons and pendants"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30649/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.834Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30649,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30650/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30650/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30650/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. a gold pendant with a lobed oval bezel set with a domed green cabochon, bordered by a plain rim. below, a double-hinged joint connects to a long gold drop terminating in a claw setting that grips a spherical garnet bead. a suspension loop is attached at the top.for similar see: christie's, live auction 2770, ancient jewelry, lot 422.size: 35mm x 10mm; weight: 3gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1990s uk collection of ancient art."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"471","title":{"en":"roman high karat gold pendant with central cabochon and garnet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30650/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.858Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30650,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30651/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30651/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30651/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30651/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30651/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. a d-shaped gold ring composed of an angular hoop with large shoulders widening to form a high bezel securing a yellow cut glass cabochon.for similar see: bagot j., el legado de hefesto: a memorial to a private collection of ancient rings and glyptics, n. 394.size: d:mm / us: 3 3/4 / uk: h; 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weight: 3gprovenance: private london collection; previously french art market 1970s/1980s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"473","title":{"en":"pair of roman high karat gold bulla type earrings"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30652/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.878Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30652,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30653/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30653/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30653/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300. a pair of gold earrings, formed from plain circular hoops with central plaques detailed with granulated borders and raised central bosses. each earring is fitted with a suspension loop supporting a drop-shaped gold pendant.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1914,1014.3.size: 25-29mm x 12-17mm; 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weight: 2.4gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the belgian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"476","title":{"en":"pair of roman high karat gold pendants"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30655/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:26.895Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30655,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30656/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30656/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30656/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30656/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 400. a petite gold pendant depicting a recumbent rabbit with hammered features, a broad brow, and a pair of long ears. a small suspension loop projects from the verso. size: 15mm x 13mm; 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weight: 7gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"482","title":{"en":"roman silver snake ring"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30661/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":950,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.791Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30661,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30662/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30662/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30662/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 200. a carnelian intaglio engraved with a stepped altar surmounted by an eagle flanked by two cornucopias, set in an oval silver bezel with a raised edge. the hoop is broad and faceted, with incised foliate motifs extending along the shoulders.for similar see: bagot j., el legado de hefesto: a memorial to a private collection of ancient rings and glyptics, n. 326.size: d:19.35mm / us: 9 1/2 / uk: s 1/2; 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weight: 4gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"486","title":{"en":"roman high karat gold and silver ring with intaglio depicting fortuna/tiche"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30665/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":460,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:32.783Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30665,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30666/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30666/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30666/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30666/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 100 bc - ad 100. a banded agate intaglio engraved with the head of medusa, shown facing forward with curling hair framing a rounded face. the gemstone is set into an oval bezel forming the apex of a two-part ring, with the upper portion cast in silver and the lower half formed in solid gold.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1923,0401.697.size: d:19.15mm / us: 9 1/4 / uk: s; 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a head of medusa with thick curling hair framing the face; a small figure of a theatrical actor in a crouched pose; and a bearded male deity wearing a conical cap.for similar see: the musée carnavalet, les bronzes antiques de paris, 1989, cat. 27, p. 95.size: 25-55mm x 15-20mm; weight: 145gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"502","title":{"en":"collection of roman bronze idols"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30681/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:25:46.449Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30681,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30682/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30682/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30682/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 400. a stone weight carved from dark stone with a slightly convex base and a flat top engraved with a four-line latin inscription in neatly incised capital letters.for similar see: a. zilberstein, the early roman stone scale weights. in: d. ben-ami (ed.) jerusalem: excavations in the tyropoeon valley (giv'ati parking lot) i. iaa reports 52. pp. 229-236. fig. 10.2.size: 25mm x 25mm; 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weight: 190gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"514","title":{"en":"roman bronze mace head"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30693/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":260,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:26:45.941Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30693,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30694/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30694/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30694/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. a rectangular bronze plaque pierced at the corners and centre. one face bears a latin inscription reading: \"aescvlapvs sacrvm apollinari iatroi, \" arranged in four lines with irregular spacing.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 23.160.32a, b.size: 135mm x 105mm; weight: 75gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market before 2000."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"515","title":{"en":"late roman bronze inscribed plate of asclepius and apollo"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30694/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":360,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:23:17.840Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30694,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30695/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30695/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30695/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30695/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 100 bc - ad 100. a circular stone mortar with a shallow basin and thick, rounded walls. the rim is broad and flat, extending into four angular projections spaced at regular intervals, with one forming a narrow spout. size: 220mm x 215mm; 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a dark green flask with a low, rounded body and cylindrical neck; a piriform vessel with a long, tubular neck; and a small unguentarium with an iridescent surface. in the front row: a pale green vessel with a globular body, tubular neck, and wide, flat rim; a nearly translucent jar with a squat body and broad flaring mouth; a pale blue bottle with a short neck and bulbous profile; and a globular unguentarium with a slender neck and rounded rim.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 91.1.1324, 74.51.5709, 74.51.5755.size: 55-140mm x 25-70mm; weight: 240gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"517","title":{"en":"collection of roman glass unguentaria"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30696/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":340,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:23:17.889Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30696,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30697/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30697/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 400. a pair of bronze appliqués, each cast in relief with a hollow underside. the one on the left depicts a bearded male mask with a deeply furrowed brow, short nose, and prominent moustache and beard cascading in vertical locks. his hair is swept back in voluminous tufts. the second appliqué represents the head of medusa, with a rounded face framed by wavy hair and two large, raised wings emerging from the crown.for similar see: the walters art museum, accession number 54.884.size: 28-38mm x 25-26mm; weight: 25gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the austrian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"518","title":{"en":"pair of roman bronze appliqués"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30697/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:23:17.899Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":30697,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30698/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30698/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30698/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 400. a pair of bronze brooches. the one on the left depicts a horse in profile, shown walking to the left with linear incisions along the neck and mane, and an openwork frame beneath the stomach. the brooch on the right has a cross-shaped form composed of four stylised horse heads with circular eyes and short muzzles, each head projecting from the end of a broad, angular arm.for similar see: r. hattatt, a visual catalogue of ancient brooches, p. 359, fig. 218.size: 34-38mm x 23-34mm; 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weight: 150gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the us art market; ex. nyc. collection; ex. f. f. collection, nyc. acquired from antique arena inc. ny. 9/18/16, lot #1035, from a private west coast collection."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"523","title":{"en":"pair of roman terracotta oil lamps with figural decoration"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30702/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":400,"soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:23:12.206Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£600 - £1,000","currency":"GBP","id":30702,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30703/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30703/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30703/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300. a mould made terracotta lamp of loeschcke type v with rounded nozzle and shoulder-volutes. the sunken discus presents an erotic scene in relief, with the filling hole placed slightly off-centre. the handle is pierced, and the base bears a maker\u2019s mark within a circular groove.for similar see: c. s. lightfoot, the cesnola collection of cypriot art, terracotta oil lamps, cat. 190 (type).size: 130mm x 80mm; weight: 150gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the us art market; ex. donald wonder (1938-2023), california & new jersey; thence by descent."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"524","title":{"en":"roman terracotta oil lamp with erotic scene"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30703/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:23:12.240Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30703,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30704/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30704/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30704/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. a mould made terracotta lamp of loeschcke type viii with carinated body and stylised volutes flanking the nozzle. the discus is decorated with a bust of sol invictus facing frontally, draped and wearing a radiate crown. the shoulder bears a pattern of impressed ovules with axe-head motifs on each side. the base bears concentric rings enclosing an impressed maker\u2019s mark consisting of the letters ? and ?.for similar see: c. s. lightfoot, the cesnola collection of cypriot art, terracotta oil lamps, cat. 393 (type).size: 90mm x 75mm; weight: 50gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the us art market; ex. donald wonder (1938-2023), california & new jersey; thence by descent."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"525","title":{"en":"roman terracotta oil lamp with sol invictus"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30704/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:23:12.257Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":30704,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30705/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30705/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30705/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300. a mouldmade terracotta lamp of loeschcke type i with voluted angular nozzle and concentric grooves encircling the shoulder. the sunken discus depicts two gladiators in combat, with the filling hole placed slightly off-centre. the base is marked with circular grooves.for similar see: c. s. lightfoot, the cesnola collection of cypriot art, terracotta oil lamps, cat. 395 (type).size: 105mm x 75mm; 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the shoulder bears alternating rosettes and circular motifs in relief. the one on the right, also of atlante x type, has similar structural features with a long nozzle and decorated shoulder, but the discus shows a galloping horse facing right, surrounded by a ring of tear-shaped motifs alternating with quatrefoils; two filling holes are placed within the field.for similar see: the j. paul getty museum, object number: 83.aq.377.269; 83.aq.377.552.size: 135-145mm x 80-85mm; weight: 375gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the us art market; ex. donald wonder (1938-2023), california & new jersey; thence by descent."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"527","title":{"en":"pair of late roman/early byzantine terracotta oil lamps"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/65232/lot/30706/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":400,"soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:23:15.069Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£600 - £1,000","currency":"GBP","id":30706,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30707/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30707/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/30707/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-10-04","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300. a pair of mould made terracotta oil lamps, including, from the left, loeschcke viii type lamp with a pierced ring handle, heart-shaped nozzle, and double circular grooves framing the discus, which shows a figure of winged cupid in motion. the one on the right is a loeschcke iv type with volute-spreading nozzle and a rounded body, the sunken discus decorated with a defeated gladiator depicted in a kneeling pose, surrounded by a plain double groove.for similar see: c. s. lightfoot, the cesnola collection of cypriot art, terracotta oil lamps, cat. 238; 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