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weight: 310g provenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"29","title":{"en":"collection of indus valley painted vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/26963/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SouthAsian","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukAsianAntiques"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:22.706Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":26963,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26964/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26964/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26964/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2500 - 2000 bc. a pair of globular pottery vessels, each painted in black over reddish slip. the one on the left is decorated with two bulls shown in profile, each with a patterned body and arched tail, surrounded by concentric bands and geometric motifs. the other displays three large stylised birds with radiating crests and hatched wings, alternating with vertical bars. for similar see: katolec corporation, ceramics and terracotta figurines from balochistan of the katolec collection, 2017, kulli style pottery, p. 3. size: 100-110mm x 110-110mm; weight: 620g provenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"30","title":{"en":"pair of indus valley vessel depicting animals"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/26964/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SouthAsian","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukAsianAntiques"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":320,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:22.708Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":26964,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26965/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26965/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26965/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26965/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2500 - 2000 bc. a red pottery jar painted with two birds, each depicted with a large circular eye, outstretched wings, and crosshatched body. the figures are separated by teardrop motifs arranged in three rows.for similar see: katolec corporation, ceramics and terracotta figurines from balochistan of the katolec collection, 2017, kulli style pottery, p. 3.size: 125mm x 95mm; 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weight: 470g provenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"32","title":{"en":"indus valley kulli jar with animal"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/26966/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SouthAsian","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukAsianAntiques"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:20.563Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":26966,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26967/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26967/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26967/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26967/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2500 - 2000 bc. a pottery jar with a wide body tapering to a short neck, decorated on both sides with matching stylised birds composed of curved necks with small heads and patterned bodies. the figures are separated by crosshatched panels. for similar see: katolec corporation, ceramics and terracotta figurines from balochistan of the katolec collection, 2017, kulli style pottery, p. 3. size: 135mm x 135mm; 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weight: 585gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"35","title":{"en":"indus valley terracotta painted dish with birds"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/26969/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SouthAsian","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukAsianAntiques"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:20.571Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":26969,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26970/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26970/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26970/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 3200 - 2800 bc. a flat terracotta dish with a raised, rounded edge. the central design shows three large fish swimming in different directions. concentric bands frame the scene, with radiating short lines around the outermost band.for similar see: katolec corporation, ceramics and terracotta figurines from balochistan of the katolec collection, 2017, f. 40 nal style pottery, p. 189.size: 210mm x 210mm; 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weight: 9gprovenance: property of a london gallery; formerly with a mayfair art dealer s.a.; ex. 1990s london collections, studied and catalogued by professor lambert in the early 90s (with original note, signed by him). previously in an old british collection formed since the 1960s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"39","title":{"en":"indus valley white stone stamp seal with standing 'bison' - with original prof. lambert report"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/26973/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SouthAsian","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukAsianAntiques"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":3200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:20.580Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":26973,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26974/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26974/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26974/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26974/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2300 bc. a square plaque with a suspension loop of one piece on the back. the design on the face shows a standing \"bison\" with its head up, and under the head are cultic utensils or symbols. a row of script symbols is put along the top.for similar see: met museum object number: 49.40.1.size: 27mm x 27mm; 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weight: 1kgprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"46","title":{"en":"pair of bactrian alabaster vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/26980/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:25.871Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":26980,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26981/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26981/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26981/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26981/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26981/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2000 - 1500 bc. a square schist lid with slightly rounded corners, finely engraved with a central recessed circle surrounded by incised geometric motifs, including chevrons and diamond grids. each corner is decorated with a bull's head in relief, enclosed within rectangular panels. the outer band is framed with linear and zigzag borders.size: 125mm x 125mm; 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weight: 2.74gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"52","title":{"en":"bactrian polygonal agate bead with gold finials"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/26986/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:25.878Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":26986,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26987/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26987/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1000 bc. an agate bead cut in a broad triangular shape with rounded edges. the body is perforated laterally through the top section. the surface displays natural banding and inclusions characteristic of agate.for similar see: christie's, live auction 2057, ancient jewelry, 9 december 2008, lot 203.size: 10.8mm x 18.8mm; 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weight: 8.82gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"55","title":{"en":"bactrian red agate biconical bead"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/26989/view","tags":["ukJewellery_LooseGemstones","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:25.882Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":26989,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26990/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26990/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26990/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1000 bc. a pendant of faceted polygonal form, cut from banded agate with alternating brown and white strata in angular chevron-like patterns. the body tapers towards the top, where a perforation is drilled for suspension.size: 27.9mm x 13mm; 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weight: 15gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1980s mayfair family private collection."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"57","title":{"en":"western asiatic necklace with carnelian pendants"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/26991/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:42.143Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":26991,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26992/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26992/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 3000 - 2000 bc. a restrung necklace with the upper section composed entirely of fine tubular carnelian beads. towards the bottom, the tubes are interspersed with small spherical gold-coloured beads and a sequence of eleven elongated carnelian pendants.for similar see: christie's, live auction 12805, ancient jewelry: wearable art, lot. 1.size: 160mm x 15mm; weight: 10gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1980s mayfair family private collection."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"58","title":{"en":"western asiatic necklace with carnelian pendants and beads"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/26992/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:42.145Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":26992,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26993/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26993/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26993/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26993/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2600 - 2400 bc. a stone jar with a tapered body and a flat base. the exterior is intricately incised with a coiled snake winding around the lower edge, its body marked with a crosshatched pattern. above the serpent, a series of deeply carved overlapping motifs form a textured background.for similar see: the louvre museum, inv. no.: ao 31918.size: 75mm x 60mm; weight: 240gprovenance: 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":2000,"lotNumber":"59","title":{"en":"rare bactrian stone incised jar"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/26993/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:23.708Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":26993,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26994/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26994/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26994/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26994/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26994/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26994/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 3000 - 2500 bc. a terracotta jar with a globular body that narrows towards the flat, circular base and a short, slightly flared neck with an everted rim. the shoulder is decorated with a horizontal relief band depicting elephants facing the same direction. size: 500mm x 400mm; weight: 8.7kg provenance: 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":1500,"lotNumber":"60","title":{"en":"huge bactrian pottery vessel with stamped elephants"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/26994/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:23.709Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":26994,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":900,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26995/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26995/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26995/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26995/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1000 - 800 bc. a bronze sword with a long blade cast separately and fitted into a hilt with a crescent-shaped guard, ribbed grip, and d-shaped pommel. the blade has a central midrib and tapers evenly to a pointed tip.for similar see: christie's, live auction 5524, axel guttmann collection of ancient arms and armours, part ii, lot. 36size: 420mm x 70mm; weight: 445gprovenance: private london collection; ex. j. mikas collection paris, 1960s-70s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3500,"lotNumber":"62","title":{"en":"early greek/western asiatic bronze sword with crescent guard"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/26995/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":900,"soldPrice":950,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.058Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,500","currency":"GBP","id":26995,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":900,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26996/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26996/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26996/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26996/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1000 - 800 bc. a bronze sword with a broad blade with pronounced blood channels. the hilt terminates in a large conical-shaped pommel, and a short, solid grip is separated from the blade by a rectangular guard.for similar see: christie's, live auction 9498, axel guttmann collection of ancient arms and armours, part i, lot. 24, 34.size: 450mm x 65mm; weight: 580gprovenance: private london collection; ex. j. mikas collection paris, 1960s-70s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3500,"lotNumber":"63","title":{"en":"early greek/western asiatic bronze sword with heavy pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/26996/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":900,"soldPrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.060Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,500","currency":"GBP","id":26996,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26997/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26997/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26997/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26997/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26997/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 800 bc. a short bronze sword with a broad, slightly tapering blade. the hilt consists of a guard with projecting curved terminals, followed by a stepped cylindrical grip ending in a crescent-shaped pommel.for similar see: christie's, live auction 5524, axel guttmann collection of ancient arms and armours, part ii, lot. 36.size: 385mm x 70mm; weight: 550gprovenance: private london collection; ex. j. mikas collection, paris 1960s-1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"64","title":{"en":"early greek / western asiatic bronze sword with crescent pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/26997/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":1100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.061Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":26997,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":900,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26998/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26998/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26998/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26998/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1000 - 800 bc. a cast bronze sword with a flat, triangular blade and defined midrib. the cylindrical hilt includes a crescent-shaped pommel and grooved grip with prominent ribs. the base of the blade is reinforced with a flat rectangular guard bordered by two rivets.for similar see: christie's, live auction 9498, axel guttmann collection of ancient arms and armours, part i, lot. 33.size: 425mm x 55mm; weight: 525gprovenance: private london collection; ex. j. mikas collection paris, 1960s-70s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3500,"lotNumber":"65","title":{"en":"early greek/western asiatic bronze sword with crescent pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/26998/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":900,"soldPrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.063Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,500","currency":"GBP","id":26998,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26999/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26999/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26999/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/26999/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 800 bc. a cast bronze sword with a sharply tapering blade and a raised central ridge running the full length to a pointed tip. broad shoulders drop into a short guard above a cylindrical grip with moulded collars. the hilt terminates in a pommel made from a thin bronze sheet shaped into a rounded cap, surmounted by a spherical finial. for similar see: christie's, live auction 5524, axel guttmann collection of ancient arms and armours, part ii, lot. 36. size: 445mm x 55mm; weight: 575g 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":1500,"lotNumber":"66","title":{"en":"early greek / western asiatic bronze sword"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/26999/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.064Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":26999,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27000/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27000/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 1000 bc. a carefully curated selection of socketed bronze arrowheads is presented, each featuring a central midrib and tapering to sharp points. the blades vary in shape, with some displaying barbed designs while others have plain triangular or leaf-shaped profiles. the sockets are deep and cylindrical, engineered for secure attachment to wooden shafts. these arrowheads exhibit a rich green and cuprite patination over mottled surfaces, indicative of burial in a dry, iron-rich soil. this type of arrowhead was widely used across the aegean and the broader eastern mediterranean from the early iron age onward, reflecting the evolving martial and hunting practices in greek-speaking regions.for similar see: o. w. muscarella, bronze and iron, ancient near eastern artifacts in the metropolitan museum of art, cat. 76 - 89, p. 61 - 63.size: 120-140mm x 18-20mm; weight: 150gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"67","title":{"en":"collection of early greek / western asiatic bronze arrowheads"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27000/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":360,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.066Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27000,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27001/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27001/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1000 - 800 bc. a collection of five bronze arrowheads, comprising narrow-bladed types with sharply tapering forms and raised central midribs. the shoulders are slightly barbed or straight, and each is mounted on a short tang.for similar see: o. w. muscarella, bronze and iron, ancient near eastern artifacts in the metropolitan museum of art, cat. 76 - 89, p. 61 - 63.size: 90-100mm x 18-21mm; 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":"68","title":{"en":"collection of early greek / western asiatic bronze arrowheads"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27001/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.068Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27001,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27002/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27002/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1000 - 800 bc. a collection of three bronze arrowheads, each with an elongated, triangular-shaped blade featuring prominent midrib and short barbed shoulders. each is fitted with a solid tang for attachment.for similar see: o. w. muscarella, bronze and iron, ancient near eastern artifacts in the metropolitan museum of art, cat. 76 - 89, p. 61 - 63.size: 120-135mm x 20-22mm; weight: 95gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"69","title":{"en":"collection of early greek / western asiatic bronze arrowheads"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27002/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":360,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.069Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27002,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27003/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27003/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1000 - 800 bc. a collection of three bronze arrowheads, each with a broad triangular blade and deep side notches forming pronounced barbs. each head is set on a long tapering tang for shaft attachment.for similar see: o. w. muscarella, bronze and iron, ancient near eastern artifacts in the metropolitan museum of art, cat. 76 - 89, p. 61 - 63.size: 130-140mm x 20-22mm; weight: 60gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"70","title":{"en":"collection of early greek / western asiatic bronze arrowheads"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27003/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":420,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.070Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27003,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27004/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27004/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27004/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1000 - 800 bc. a collection of five bronze pins with cast, solid shafts tapering to sharp points. each is topped with a prominent head formed of spherical or biconical elements, combined with flaring discs above and bands of transverse knobs below.for similar see: introduction and analysis of luristan bronze pins in the national museum of iran, p. 90.size: 140-185mm x 20-25mm; weight: 330gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"71","title":{"en":"collection of western asiatic bronze pins"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27004/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.071Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27004,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27005/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27005/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27005/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1000 - 800 bc. a collection of four bronze items. the first object is a long bronze blade with a flanged midsection that narrows into a squared neck. the second is a slender bronze pin with a cylindrical upper portion and a long tapering shaft. the third is a flat bronze chisel or wedge with a flaring, rounded cutting edge and a broad tapering body. the fourth is a bronze pin with a bulbous terminal and transverse knobs below, followed by a long, narrow shaft.for similar see: introduction and analysis of luristan bronze pins in the national museum of iran, p. 90.size: 205-335mm x 12-40mm; weight: 690gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"72","title":{"en":"collection of western asiatic bronze pins and tools"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27005/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.343Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27005,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27006/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27006/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27006/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1000 - 800 bc. a group of three bronze pins. two are of elongated form with flat disc-shaped heads and transverse knobs below. the third has a ribbed upper section with perforation, a slender shaft and a rounded head.for similar see: introduction and analysis of luristan bronze pins in the national museum of iran, p. 90.size: 225-310mm x 15-40mm; weight: 320gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"73","title":{"en":"collection of western asiatic bronze pins"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27006/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.355Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27006,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27007/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27007/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27007/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1000 - 800 bc. a collection of three bronze pins, each with a solid shaft tapering to a pointed end. the opposite side is decorated with a tightly ribbed pattern along the shaft and terminates in a broad, domed head. the shapes vary slightly in profile, from hemispherical to more conical forms.for similar see: introduction and analysis of luristan bronze pins in the national museum of iran, p. 90.size: 185-205mm x 20-25mm; weight: 205gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"74","title":{"en":"collection of western asiatic bronze pins"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27007/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.366Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27007,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27008/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27008/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27008/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27008/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1000 - 700 bc. a bronze cup with a near-spherical bowl mounted on a high, flared foot.size: 140mm x 120mm; 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weight: 595gprovenance: 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":1500,"lotNumber":"76","title":{"en":"western asiatic bronze chalice"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27009/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.369Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27009,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27010/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27010/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27010/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27010/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1100 - 800 bc. a collection of three bronze vessels. the one on the left has a flaring body and a neck with a slightly everted rim. the middle one has a rounded body and a funnel-shaped neck. the rightmost has a wide, globular body and splayed rim.size: 80-90mm x 100-125mm; weight: 575gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"77","title":{"en":"collection of greek bronze vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27010/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":220,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:16:04.936Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27010,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27011/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27011/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27011/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27011/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 800 bc. a bronze spearhead with a long, tapering blade with a raised rib that runs its full length. the blade expands near the base before converging into a short, rectangular tang with a drilled perforation for mounting.for similar see: christie's, live auction 5524, axel guttmann collection of ancient arms and armours, part ii, lot. 36.size: 370mm x 55mm; weight: 255gprovenance: private london collection; ex. j. mikas collection, paris 1960s-1970s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"78","title":{"en":"large early greek / western asiatic bronze spearhed"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27011/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.371Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27011,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27012/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27012/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27012/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27012/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 800 bc. a leaf-shaped bronze spearhead with an elongated, tapering blade and a well-defined midrib. the blade expands into softly rounded shoulders with a short rivetted tang at midpoint.for similar see: christie's, live auction 5524, axel guttmann collection of ancient arms and armours, part ii, lot. 36.size: 305mm x 45mm; 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weight: 190gprovenance: private london collection; ex. j. mikas collection, paris 1960s-1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"82","title":{"en":"early greek / western asiatic bronze dagger with crescent pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27015/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:25.546Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27015,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27016/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27016/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27016/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27016/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 800 bc. a bronze dagger with a slender, tapering blade and rounded tip. the blade emerges from a crescent-shaped guard with projecting curved terminals. the grip is segmented with three raised rings along its shaft and ends in a disc-shaped pommel.for similar see: christie's, live auction 5524, axel guttmann collection of ancient arms and armours, part ii, lot. 36size: 330mm x 40mm; weight: 295gprovenance: private london collection; ex. j. mikas collection, paris 1960s-1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"83","title":{"en":"early greek / western asiatic bronze dagger with crescent guard"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27016/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:25.555Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27016,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27017/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27017/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27017/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27017/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2900 - 2300 bc. a tall bronze beaker with flaring walls and a conical form tapering towards a slightly rounded base.for similar see: met museum numero d'inventario: 66.173size: 155mm x 115mm; 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weight: 39g provenance: property of an oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old canadian collection of f. n., ontario, formed in the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"86","title":{"en":"early eastern greek bronze stag figurine"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27019/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:25.585Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27019,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27020/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27020/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27020/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27020/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1000 bc. a set composed of two solid cast bronze horses and a single cart element. both horses are similarly stylised, with elongated necks, pointed muzzles, and straight legs. the cart is formed of a narrow shaft between two circular wheels.size: 20-27mm x 42-54mm; weight: 50gprovenance: property of an oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old canadian collection of f. n., ontario, formed in the 1980s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"87","title":{"en":"pair of anatolian bronze horses and a cart"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27020/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":240,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:25.596Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27020,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27021/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27021/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27021/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 3000 - 2000 bca syro-hittite terracotta figurine depicting a standing horse. the horse has a short tail and a long muzzle. it also features a little human figure wearing a conical cap riding on its back. the main characteristic of this figurine is the circle-shaped protruding eyes. for similar see: brooklyn museum accession number 1996.146.7.size: 85mm x 80mm; weight: 75gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the us art market; ex. private florida collection, acquired from the archaeological centre, 1980s-1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"88","title":{"en":"syro hittite statuette of horse and a rider"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27021/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:25.607Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27021,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27022/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27022/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27022/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2000 - 1700 bc. a bronze idol cast in abstract anthropomorphic form. the figure stands upright with an elongated body, short horizontal arms, and a prominent conical headdress. facial features are faintly modelled, including a prominent nose.for similar see: the british museum, museum number e12542.size: 114mm x 32mm; weight: 54.4gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"89","title":{"en":"syro-hittite bronze idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27022/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":220,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:25.618Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27022,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27023/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27023/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27023/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 3000 bc. a pair of stone animal figures, each carved from dark mottled stone with smoothed surfaces and simple, abstracted forms.for similar see: christie's, liva auction 3798, antiquities, lot. 157size: 19.1-16.4mm x 29.1-16.4mm; weight: 15.75gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"90","title":{"en":"mesopotamian stone animals"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27023/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:25.620Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":27023,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27024/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27024/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27024/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27024/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27024/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2400 - 2000 bc. a terracotta cart formed of a cylindrical body set on a pair of axles with four disc-shaped wheels, symmetrically arranged and perforated through the centre.size: 100mm x 160mm; 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weight: 180gprovenance: 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.this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"94","title":{"en":"anatolian marble kiliya-type anthropomorphic idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27027/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":3000,"soldPrice":4200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:27.754Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":27027,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27028/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27028/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27028/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27028/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 3000 - 2500 bc. a schematic marble idol with a broad, circular head, narrow neck, and trapezoidal lower body with a rounded base. mounted on a modern display stand.for similar see: sotheby's, the amy and elliot lawrence collection, 24 may 2022, lot 5.size: 90mm x 50mm; weight: 30gprovenance: 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":3000,"lotNumber":"95","title":{"en":"anatolian kusura type marble idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27028/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:27.761Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":27028,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27029/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27029/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27029/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27029/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 3000 - 2500 bc. a schematic marble idol with a broad, flattened head, narrow neck, and trapezoidal lower body with a rounded base. mounted on a modern display stand.for similar see: sotheby's, the amy and elliot lawrence collection, 24 may 2022, lot 5.size: 125mm x 60mm; weight: 60gprovenance: 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":3000,"lotNumber":"96","title":{"en":"anatolian kusura type marble idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27029/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:27.763Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":27029,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27030/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27030/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27030/003/003.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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weight: 25gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"98","title":{"en":"harappan terracotta goddess"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27031/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SouthAsian","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukAsianAntiques"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:27.766Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27031,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27032/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27032/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2300 - 2000 bc. a collection of four terracotta figurines depicting stylised female idols, each modelled with wide hips, prominent breasts, and adorned with necklaces or headdresses. the faces are highly schematic, resembling bird-like forms with pronounced noses and circular eyes.for similar see: katolec corporation, ceramics and terracotta figurines from balochistan of the katolec collection, 2017, p. 239.size: 55-80mm x 35-40mm; 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weight: 17.31gprovenance: from the collection of a london gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s uk collection.reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"181","title":{"en":"collection of mesopotamian black stone seals"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27114/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":240,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:38.503Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27114,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27115/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27115/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 3000 bc. a collection of four stone stamp seals. the three on the left are made of lapis lazuli and shaped as triangular prisms, each engraved on three sides with dotted images of highly stylised standing figures. the one on the right is the largest and similarly shaped as the others, also engraved with stylised images on all three sides. for similar see: christie's, live auction 3798, antiquties, lot. 154 size: 13-21mm x 9-14mm; 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the raised-line design depicts either a five-pointed star or a rosette with five petals. another example has a design of three compartments, one with a central spike, rendered in an abstract style. a further seal bears a stylised horned quadruped surrounded by three crescent shapes, its flat face decorated with raised lines and a central dot. the final item is engraved with a crescent-shaped line and another opposing line directed towards its centre; the flat face is compartmented, and a tall stalk handle rises to a pierced globe at the top.size: 14-20mm x 13-20mm; weight: 45gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1980s mayfair family private collection."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"187","title":{"en":"collection of western asiatic bronze stamp seals - with original prof. lambert report"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27120/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:38.511Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":27120,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27121/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27121/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27121/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27121/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27121/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27121/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27121/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27121/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27121/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 2300 - 1800 bc. a collection of six bronze stamp seals. one is roughly oval with a flat face engraved with a linear pattern of curving strokes. another is shaped as a quadruped with its head slightly lowered, and traces of an additional element formerly present on its back. a third presents a flat compartmented face engraved with a two-headed eagle, its wings spread and talons and tail feathers visible. one example takes the form of a formée cross enclosing a central circle, with compartmented face and metal-strip loop handle on the reverse. another has a triangular layout with a deeply incised design of one or two curling snakes, their bodies extending to each tip of the triangle. the last item is of a circular form and is engraved with a cross combining features of a greek and formée cross within an outer rim.size: 25-34mm x 18-27mm; 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weight: 8.19gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1980s mayfair family private collection."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"190","title":{"en":"achaemenid lapis lazuli seal with anthropomorphic figure"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27123/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:21.074Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27123,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27124/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27124/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27124/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27124/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 800 bc. a stylised bronze ibex with an angular body and short cylindrical legs. the head is sharply pointed, with long curved horns extending backward in a broad arc. a circular suspension loop rises from the centre of the back. for similar see: w. seipel, efes artemisionu, bir tanricanin kustal mekan, 2008, p. 298, res. 6. size: 19mm x 52mm; 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weight: 505g provenance: property of a european collector; formerly in the famous alison barker collection, a retired london barrister; acquired between the early1960s-1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"192","title":{"en":"pair of matching celtic bronze brooches with spirals"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27125/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:21.077Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":27125,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27126/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27126/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27126/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. a celtic crafted silver bracelet with a flattened band that gracefully tapers to an open end. one end features an elongated, stylized animal head, which may represent either a serpent or a bird of prey motifs commonly found in celtic art. the head is decorated with incised designs, including concentric circles, zigzag patterns, and linear embellishments, all characteristic of the la tène artistic tradition. the opposite end of the bracelet tapers to a smooth, pointed tip.size: 71mm x 77mm; weight: 31.7gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"193","title":{"en":"late celtic silver snake bracelet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27126/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":440,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.640Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":27126,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27127/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27127/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27127/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27127/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 450 - 350 bc. a silver brooch formed from a round-section rod, shaped into a sinuous shape with a tightly coiled catch plate and a decorated terminal resembling a stylised animal head. the pin is straight and attached at the rear, running parallel to the body.for similar see: aa- vv., i celti, bompiani 1989, p. 252.size: 41mm x 12mm; 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weight: 8.43gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1990s uk collection of ancient art. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"197","title":{"en":"celtic high karat gold earrings"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27130/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.648Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27130,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27131/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27131/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27131/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27131/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 300 bc. a collection of seven thin rectangular gold plaques, each embossed with an animal motif in low relief, including recumbent stags and felines. small perforations in the corners for attachment. comes in a presentation box.for similar see: b. piotrovsky, p. quoniam, or des scythes, 1975, cat. 61, 80, 81.size: 130mm x 18mm; 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weight: 250gprovenance: private london collection, ex. h. ulreich collection, germany, 1960s. 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":"211","title":{"en":"sasanian silver-gilt shallow bowl with crane"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27144/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_SilverSilverplateditems","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:25.511Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":27144,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27145/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27145/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27145/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27145/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27145/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600 bc. a hemispherical silver bowl engraved on the exterior with a continuous frieze of scrolling tendrils terminating in floral motifs or enclosing birds in profile. additional teardrop and dot motifs fill the space below. the base is decorated with a large medallion enclosing a striding bird with long tail feathers, framed by a ring of heart-shaped petals and a fine rope border. for similar see: christie's, live auction 20677, antiquities, lot 63; met museum object number: 1970.7 size: 115mm x 70mm; weight: 380g provenance: 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":"212","title":{"en":"sasanian silver bowl with bird"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27145/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_SilverSilverplateditems","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:26.956Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27145,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27146/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27146/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27146/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27146/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a cobalt blue glass bowl with a thin-walled, slightly tapering body and a concave base. the vessel is decorated with applied circular bosses spaced in two rows around the exterior. the rim is encircled by a shallow, double groove. size: 70mm x 85mm; weight: 205g provenance: ex. russkin collection, formed in the 1980s. 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":6000,"lotNumber":"213","title":{"en":"sasanian blue glass bowl"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27146/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:26.958Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":27146,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27147/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27147/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27147/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27147/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27147/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 4th - 6th century ad. an agate seal or bead with incised pseudo-script or schematic decoration.size: 30mm x 30mm; 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weight: 7.6gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"229","title":{"en":"sasanian silver intaglio ring with quadruped"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27160/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.328Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":27160,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27161/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27161/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27161/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 601. a carnelian intaglio engraved with a stylised bird with prominent tail feathers, possibly a peacock. the gem is set in an oval bezel of a silver ring with a plain hoop.for similar see: c. j. brunner, sasanian stamp seal in the metropolitan museum of art, cat. 110, 212.size: d:17.12mm / us: 6 3/4 / uk: n; weight: 6.02gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"230","title":{"en":"sasanian silver intaglio ring depicting a bird"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27161/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:29.329Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":27161,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27162/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27162/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27162/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27162/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27162/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 600. a stone intaglio engraved with a portrait of a sasanian king wearing a helmet. the face is framed with long hair and a beard, enclosed by a double-lined border. the back is pierced for suspension.for similar see: christies, live auction 2605 antiquties., lot. 49; christies, live auction 21015 antiquties, including ancient engraved gems formerly in the g sangiorni collection part. iv., lot. 129; size: 20.5mm x 13.9mm; weight: 5.52gprovenance: 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":"231","title":{"en":"sasanian intaglio depicing a king"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27162/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:16:14.694Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27162,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27163/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27163/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 600. a collection of four stone stamp seals. the one on the left is a rectangular lapis lazuli seal carved with dotted motifs on both sides. next is a circular dark stone seal engraved with a bird. the third is a square seal in reddish stone, carved with an image of a horse. the one on the right is a square seal with an abstract motif. size: 15-20mm x 15-22mm; weight: 16.35g provenance: private london collection; previously in a 1980s mayfair family private collection."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"232","title":{"en":"collection of sassanian stone seals"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27163/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:16:14.701Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27163,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27164/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27164/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 bc - ad 600. a collection of four gems. on the far left, a pale purple amethyst carved into an oval with a radiating starburst pattern on the reverse. next, a square carnelian seal with an incised motif. the third amulet is a mottled orange-brown oval stone with a mythological beast striding right. the last one is a small circular seal with a white and red body engraved with a symbol.size: mm x 6-16mm; weight: 6gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"234","title":{"en":"collection of ancient gems and inlays"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27164/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":220,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:27.998Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27164,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27165/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27165/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27165/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. a circular bronze appliqué with a concentric arrangement of decorative bands. each band is inlaid with alternating white and blue glass tesserae set in a red or blue matrix. the reverse is plain with a projecting lug used for attachment. for similar see: for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 74.51.4495.object number: 1994.483 (decoration). size: 44mm x 44mm; weight: 14g provenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"235","title":{"en":"romano-british bronze discoid appliqué with glass inlay"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27165/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:27.999Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27165,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27166/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27166/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27166/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 500. a drop-shaped pendant set with a deep red garnet cabochon, mounted in a gold casing. the stone sits within a plain inner frame and is surrounded by twisted and beaded applied outer borders. a thick suspension loop formed of plaited gold wire is attached at the top. the reverse is plain.for similar see: ana isabel, palme santos, roma e i barbari, nascita di un nuovo mondo, skira 2008, cat. iv.27, p. 364.size: 30mm x 20mm; weight: 7gprovenance: 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.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"236","title":{"en":"merovingian high karat gold pendant with red garnet cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27166/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:26.106Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":27166,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27167/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27167/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27167/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 500. a gold pendant set with an oval cabochon garnet. the stone is framed by a plain inner collar and surrounded by a double border of fine beaded wire. the suspension loop is formed by a vertical gold strip.for similar see: ana isabel, palme santos, roma e i barbari, nascita di un nuovo mondo, skira 2008, cat. iv.27, p. 364.size: 23mm x 14mm; weight: 3gprovenance: 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.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"237","title":{"en":"merovingian high karat gold pendant with red garnet cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27167/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:26.108Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27167,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27168/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27168/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27168/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a silver-gilt circular brooch decorated with a central garnet cabochon set within a raised collar. surrounding the garnet is a radial arrangement of 12 triangular cells forming a star-like motif, enclosed by a concentric ribbed border. the reverse is fitted with an attachment element.size: 20mm x 17mm; weight: 3gprovenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"238","title":{"en":"merovingian silver-giilt brooch with central red garnet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27168/view","tags":["ukJewellery_BroochesPins","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:26.110Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":27168,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27169/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27169/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27169/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a bronze belt fitting of a rectangular form with four corner rivets. the front is decorated with garnet inlays arranged in a geometric pattern of triangles and lozenges, framing a central oval glass insert. the reverse is flat and undecorated.for similar see: british museum, museum number 1988,0712.1, the cleveland museum of art, location:106a migration period & copticsize: 24mm x 33.3mm; weight: 9.83gprovenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"239","title":{"en":"merovingian garnet inlay belt fitting"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27169/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:28.001Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27169,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27170/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27170/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27170/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a gold ring set with a circular red garnet cabochon in a round bezel. the hoop is flat, with lightly indented rectangular facets running along its surface. for similar see: byzantium and the west; jewelry in the first millennium, fg. 5.2. size: d:15.39mm / us: 4 1/2 / uk: i 1/2; weight: 1.21g provenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s. reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"240","title":{"en":"merovingian high karat gold ring with red garnet cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27170/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":400,"soldPrice":420,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:26.111Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£600 - £1,000","currency":"GBP","id":27170,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27171/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27171/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27171/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a gold ring with a red garnet cabochon set in a rounded bezel. the hoop is hammered flat and flares at the shoulders, which rise into a thickened setting around the stone. size: d:14.07mm / us: 2 7/8 / uk: f; weight: 1.07g provenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s. reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"241","title":{"en":"merovingian high karat gold ring with red garnet cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27171/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":380,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:26.112Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27171,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27172/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27172/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27172/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a gold belt fitting with a fan-shaped upper section inlaid with three garnets: two cells filled with flat-cut red stones flanking a central domed cabochon. the front is bordered by a plain gold frame, and the lower section is pierced with two rivet holes, one retaining a rivet. the reverse is undecorated and flat.for similar see: j. j. aillagon, roma e i barbari, la nascita di un nuovo mondo, la tomba di childerico, cat. iv.20, p. 347. size: 18.4mm x 15.8mm; weight: 4.15gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"242","title":{"en":"merovingian high karat gold garnet inlay belt fitting"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27172/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:28.002Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£600 - £1,000","currency":"GBP","id":27172,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27173/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27173/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27173/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 600. a pair of gold hoop earrings with shanks terminating at one end in a pointed tip, the opposite end fitted with a polygonal box-shaped element inlaid with square and triangular-shaped garnets framed by raised gold borders. granulated collars secure the cube elements above and below.for similar see: the british museum, museum number af.515.a-b.size: 30-31mm x 29-30mm; weight: 15gprovenance: 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.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"243","title":{"en":"pair of merovingian high karat gold earrings with garnets"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27173/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:26.113Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":27173,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27174/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27174/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27174/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 560 - 650. a disc-shaped brooch with an openwork cross design framed by a scalloped border. the openwork quadrants are formed by four confronted animal heads with rounded eyes and prominent horns. cabochons are set at the centre and at the ends of each arm of the cross - red at the terminals and pink at the centre. the eyes of the animals are inlaid with blue cabochons. the reverse is fitted with a pin lug and catch plate.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1872,0604.764.; size: 44mm x 44mm; weight: 27gprovenance: 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.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"244","title":{"en":"merovingian high karat gold brooch with cabochons"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27174/view","tags":["ukJewellery_BroochesPins","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:26.114Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":27174,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27175/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27175/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27175/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 560 - 650. a circular gold brooch with a scalloped outer edge and a cloisonné-decorated surface. the central motif consists of an interlaced pattern of pointed cells forming a fourfold design around a cruciform axis, each filled with deep red garnet inlays. the surrounding ring is set with alternating garnet segments framed in gold, enclosed by an external beaded border. fine filigree scrollwork fills the recessed ground between the cloisonné compartments. the reverse is fitted with a triple-lug hinge and a catchplate.for similar see: christie's, live auction 19875, antiquities, lot 79.size: 31mm x 31mm; weight: 15gprovenance: 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.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"245","title":{"en":"merovingian high karat gold medallion with cloisonne"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27175/view","tags":["ukJewellery_BroochesPins","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":3000,"soldPrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:30.180Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":27175,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27176/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27176/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27176/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 700 . an appliqué cast in bronze and covered with gilt, shaped as a stylised boar\u2019s head in profile. the elongated snout, pointed ear, and prominent eye are defined with raised and incised detailing. mane is rendered with a row of rounded projections along the top of the head. two rivets on the reverse suggest an attachment to a larger object.size: 36mm x 19mm; weight: 6gprovenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"246","title":{"en":"rare merovingian bronze applique in the form of a boar's head"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27176/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:28.003Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":27176,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27177/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27177/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27177/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 700. a gilt-bronze brooch in the form of a stylised bird with a short tail and curved beak. the body is decorated with fine incised lines and punctate marks along the underbelly. a pink cabochon is set into the eye socket. the reverse is fitted with a pin lug and catch plate.for similar see: the british museum, museum number af.527.a.size: 30mm x 13mm; 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k. reynolds brown, the migration art, 1995, 300 - 800 ad, f. 26, p. 28size: 23mm x 15mm; weight: 4gprovenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"249","title":{"en":"merovingian frankish silver-gilt brooch in the form of a horse with garnet inlay"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27179/view","tags":["ukJewellery_BroochesPins","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":460,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:30.182Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":27179,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27180/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27180/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27180/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27180/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 700. a gold scabbard fitting decorated with a cloisonné inlay of red garnet. the front panel is shaped as a rounded arch and divided into compartments by gold cell walls, forming a symmetrical design of two central circles vertically aligned within a framework of surrounding geometric fields. each garnet is carefully cut to match its cell. a raised beaded border encloses the composition and runs along the outer edge. the body is hollow and oval in cross-section.size: 22mm x 18mm; 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weight: 7gprovenance: 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.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"251","title":{"en":"merovingian high karat gold earring with garnet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27181/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:30.185Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":27181,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27182/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27182/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27182/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 700. a gilt-bronze scabbard fitting decorated with cloisonné. the front face is dominated by a raised lozenge enclosing a central square cell with four satellite compartments, bordered by gilt strips. red garnet inlay remains in the surrounding triangular cell, while others are vacant. the fitting is cast in a polygonal form with a hollow channel running through the centre.for similar see: the british museum, museum number af.515.a-b, 1923,0716.12.size: 20mm x 20mm; 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weight: 250g provenance: from the collection of a london gentleman; formerly acquired in the early 2000s in france; previously in 1970s european collection."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"256","title":{"en":"aramaic terracotta incantation devil trap bowl"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27186/view","tags":["ukJudaica_JudaicaAmulets","ukJudaica_all","ukJudaica"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:50.453Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27186,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27187/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27187/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27187/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27187/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 900. a judeo-aramaic terracotta bowl featuring a gently pointed base and uniformly thick walls that widen outward to an unpronounced rim. the interior of the bowl is adorned with a fine black inscription spiralling around a pale background. these types of bowls are known as \"incantation bowls\" or \"demon bowls\". for similar see: british museum, museum number 1881,0714.6. size: 160mm x 80mm; 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weight: 420g provenance: property of a european collector, acquired on the uk art market. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":20000,"lotNumber":"262","title":{"en":"rare viking silver dish on high foot"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27192/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_SilverSilverplateditems","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":8000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:50.579Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£12,000 - £20,000","currency":"GBP","id":27192,"estimateMin":12000},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27193/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27193/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27193/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a gold mjölnir pendant in the form of a stylised hammer with a broad, triangular head and tapering shaft surmounted by a loop. the front is decorated with a grid of stamped triangles containing central pellets, arranged in a symmetrical pattern across the head and upper section. the reverse is plain.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1990,0101.1, 2000,0301.1; finlay a., skalds, troubadours and sagas, fig. 4, pg. 349.size: 26mm x 14mm; weight: 4gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously acquired at the art market in vienna; formerly in an austrian collection formed prior to 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"263","title":{"en":"viking high karat gold hammer pendant"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27193/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":850,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:50.590Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":27193,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27194/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27194/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a silver pendant in the form of thor\u2019s hammer (mjölnir), with a broad, flaring head and narrowed neck beneath a pronounced ridge. the lower portion is decorated with two rows of punched triangles each enclosing a central pellet. a suspension loop is integrated into the top, attached to a silver ring with additional two hoops of similar design.for similar see: british museum, museum number1990,0101.1size: 48mm x 22mm; weight: 9gprovenance: 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.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"264","title":{"en":"viking silver thor's hammer pendant"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27194/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:50.609Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27194,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27195/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27195/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27195/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1000. a silver ring composed of three tightly braided ropes joined at the back by a solid, flat band. each strand is finely worked with deep spiral ridging.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1870,0402.77.size: d:17.12mm / us: 6 3/4 / uk: n; weight: 8gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1990s uk collection of ancient art.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"265","title":{"en":"viking silver twisted ring"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27195/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:50.344Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":27195,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27196/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27196/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27196/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1000. a silver ring with a plain, rounded hoop that transitions into a thick, three-strand braid forming the bezel.for similar see: the british museum, museum number af.537.size: d:17.73mm / us: 7 1/2 / uk: o 1/2; weight: 6gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1990s uk collection of ancient art. reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"266","title":{"en":"viking silver twisted ring"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27196/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":280,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:50.373Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27196,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27197/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27197/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27197/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1000. a silver ring formed from a single rod of thick wire twisted evenly into a tight spiral. the twisting creates a pronounced pattern with ridges running diagonally along the outer surface.for similar see: the british museum, museum number af.537.size: d:19.76mm / us: 10 / uk: t 1/2; 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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.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"271","title":{"en":"viking silver medallion with central motif"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27201/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:50.428Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27201,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27202/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27202/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27202/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 875 - 900. a silver medallion of circular form with a suspension loop above. the central image depicts a stylised frontal male head with large, rounded eyes. his arms extend outward, curving to grasp the necks of two facing birds with arched necks and hooked beaks. the composition most likely represents the norse god odin with his ravens huginn and muninn.for similar see: j. graham-campell, viking art, thames and hudson 2013, f. 59, p. 61.size: 34mm x 29mm; weight: 6gprovenance: 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.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"272","title":{"en":"viking silver medallion with odin gripping ravens"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27202/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:50.437Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27202,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27203/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27203/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27203/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1100. a silver medallion with a circular form and suspension loop. the central field is decorated with a domed boss surrounded by a twisted wire border and encircled by eight evenly spaced circular motifs, each consisting of coiled wire, pellets, and connecting bars. the perimeter is delineated by a plain raised border punctuated with small dots or pellet-in-triangle ornaments.size: 33mm x 27mm; weight: 5gprovenance: private london collection; formerly in south german private collection 1980s-early1990s.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"273","title":{"en":"viking silver medallion"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27203/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":260,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:02:50.452Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27203,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27204/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27204/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27204/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1100. a silver-gilt pendant of symmetrical quadripartite form with rounded edges and a ribbed suspension loop. the surface is decorated in relief with a dense arrangement of scrollwork and pellet clusters, arranged in four opposing lobes and around a central axis.for similar see: british museum, museum number1921,1101.189size: 40mm x 24mm; 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weight: 5gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s. reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"279","title":{"en":"viking silver pendant lunula-shaped"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27209/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:15:53.453Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":27209,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27210/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27210/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27210/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1000. a silver pendant of crescent shape with tapering ends and a rounded outer profile. the flat surface is decorated with applied silver granules arranged in clusters and evenly spaced single dots. a wide, ribbed suspension loop is attached at the top.for similar see: british museum, museum number1921,1101.358size: 33mm x 30mm; weight: 4gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s. reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"280","title":{"en":"viking silver pendant lunula-shaped"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27210/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":220,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:15:53.465Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":27210,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27211/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27211/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27211/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a silver penannular bracelet formed from a thick twisted rod with ends terminating in large bilobate finials. each terminal is decorated with applied twisted wire and raised pellets arranged in spiral motifs.for similar see: christie's, live auction 1313, ancient jewelry, 11 december 2003, lot 513.size: 55mm x 74mm; weight: 59.7gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"281","title":{"en":"viking era silver bracelet with bilobate finials"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27211/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":3400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:15:53.472Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":27211,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27212/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27212/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27212/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 900. a silver bracelet formed from a thick twisted wire terminating in a clasp consisting of a single vertical bar flanked by four opposing spirals.for similar see: m. jenkins, m. keene, islamic jewelry in the metropolitan museum of art, cat. 17, p. 43size: 62mm x 62mm; 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weight: 36.8gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"283","title":{"en":"viking solid silver bracelet with stamped motifs"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27213/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:15:56.186Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":27213,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27214/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27214/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27214/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a solid silver bracelet of penannular form with tapering terminals. the exterior is decorated with stamped motifs arranged in horizontal rows. the interior is plain and smooth.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1841,0711.309.size: 73mm x 74mm; 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weight: 5.26gprovenance: from the private collection of an essex gentleman; previously in an old british collection, formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"287","title":{"en":"anglo-saxon / viking cloisonne brooch"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27217/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_CloisonneChampleve","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:29.580Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27217,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27218/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27218/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27218/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1100. a bronze female figure standing in a rigid frontal pose with hands placed on the waist. the head is rounded with a slightly elongated face, featuring a prominent nose, small circular eyes, and a faintly incised mouth. the figure wears a beaded necklace with a row of raised circular elements across the upper chest. the torso is decorated with angular and linear motifs. a long, straight dress extends down to the ankles, with additional geometric patterns including a zigzag border near the hem. the short legs terminate in broad, flat feet.for similar see: the swedish history museum, item number 57610_hst.size: 75mm x 30mm; weight: 90gprovenance: private uk collection; acquired on the french market in the 1970s. 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":1500,"lotNumber":"288","title":{"en":"viking age bronze female figure"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27218/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:35.796Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27218,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27219/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27219/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27219/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1000. a silver pendant cast in the form of a stylised horse with a rounded body and arched neck. the upper face is decorated with punched triangles enclosing central pellets, outlining the mane, back, and underside. the eye is rendered with a raised circular detail. a suspension ring is attached through a pierced loop at the rear. the back is plain.for similar see: a. tvauri, the migration period, pre viking age, and viking age in estonia, estonian archaeology 4, f. 182, p. 229. size: 41mm x 24mm; 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weight: 8gprovenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"290","title":{"en":"viking bronze applique depicting symmetrical animals"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27220/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:29.581Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27220,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27221/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27221/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27221/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 950 - 1030. a cast bronze pendant in the form of a stylised wild boar, depicted with a broad body, short legs, a pronounced snout, and incised mane. a suspension loop is integrated at the top. the reverse is plain and slightly concave.for similar see: j. graham-campell, viking art, thames and hudson 2013, f. 131, p. 114.size: 25mm x 24mm; weight: 4gprovenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"291","title":{"en":"viking bronze pendant in the form of a wild boar"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27221/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":320,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:29.582Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":27221,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27222/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27222/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27222/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1000. a silver appliqué of compact, arched form with a vertical slot at the centre. the front face displays a symmetrical design of two back-to-back animal heads, each with a large circular eye and downward-curving snout. a beaded crest crowns the upper edge.size: 27mm x 25mm; weight: 8gprovenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":350,"lotNumber":"292","title":{"en":"viking silver applique depicting symmetrical animals"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27222/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:29.583Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£250 - £350","currency":"GBP","id":27222,"estimateMin":250},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27223/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27223/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27223/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27223/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27223/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 820 - 930. a cast bronze fitting of curved and hollow construction, terminating in a stylised dragon head with raised detailing along the snout. the body is textured with a dense pattern of incised dots and bands. a socket-like opening at the broader end indicates attachment to a larger object.for similar see: j. graham-campell, viking art, thames and hudson 2013, f. 49, p. 55.size: 51mm x 10mm; 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g. p. brogiolo, f. marazzi, c. giostra, longobardi, un popolo che cambia la storia, skira editore, 2017, p. 209, cat. i.21.c. dalla tomba 21 di szolad.size: 109.6-110.3mm x 24-26.1mm; weight: 37.33gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":350,"lotNumber":"294","title":{"en":"anglo-saxon bronze girdle hangers"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27224/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:29.586Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£250 - £350","currency":"GBP","id":27224,"estimateMin":250},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27225/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27225/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27225/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 700. a gilt-bronze belt applique of elongated, symmetrical form with a central vertical ridge pierced by three circular rivet holes. the surface is decorated with an interlaced pattern, forming a mirrored composition. four small holes at the corners suggest attachment points for securing to a strap or textile.for similar see: british museum museum number 1939,1010.17; k. reynolds brown, the migration art, 1995, 300 - 800 ad, f. 74, p. 50.size: 47mm x 15mm; weight: 10gprovenance: 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.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"295","title":{"en":"anglo-saxon gilt bronze belt applique"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27225/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:29.587Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27225,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27226/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27226/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27226/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 1000. a silver-gilt pendant with a tubular suspension element at the top. the front face is decorated with interlaced scrollwork enclosing three domed bosses arranged in a triangular configuration. the reverse is plain and slightly concave.for similar see: campell j. g., viking art, thames and hudson, f. 75, p. 72.size: 34mm x 25mm; weight: 8gprovenance: 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.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"296","title":{"en":"anglo saxon - viking silver-gilt pendant"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27226/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:44.191Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27226,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27227/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27227/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27227/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1100. a bronze harness pendant in the form of a symmetrical frame with protruding lobes and a pointed terminal with a suspension loop. at the centre is a separately cast cross with rounded finials, mounted to allow movement within the surrounding structure.size: 33mm x 22mm; weight: 7gprovenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"297","title":{"en":"saxon / norman bronze horse harness pendant with a cross"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27227/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:30.038Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27227,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27228/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27228/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27228/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1000. an applique depicting a bearded viking male head in profile, showcasing incised linear detailing on the beard and hair, along with prominent facial features presented in stylised relief. the schematic representation of the face, characterised by its simplified geometry and expressive modelling, aligns with the iconographic vocabulary of viking martial or decorative art.for similar see: j. g. campbell, viking art, thames and hudson 2021, f. 35, p. 41.size: 21mm x 20mm; weight: 10gprovenance: 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.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"298","title":{"en":"saxon era bronze-gilt head-shaped applique"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27228/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:30.039Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27228,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27229/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27229/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27229/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1200. a nearly square bronze-gilt plaquette with a repoussé owl in frontal view, with a rounded body, incised wings, almond-shaped eyes, and a hooked beak. the reverse is hollow. size: 19mm x 17mm; weight: 8g provenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000. reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"299","title":{"en":"british romanesque bronze-gilt plaquette with owl"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27229/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":280,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:30.041Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27229,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27230/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27230/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 575 - 625. a collection of three bronze brooches, each comprising matched triangular halves linked by a rounded shank set with a pin. the surfaces are executed in relief, with two bearing circular scrollwork ornamentation and the third decorated with a granulated pattern. along the lateral and basal margins, each plate is equipped with a series of loops for attaching pendants.for similar see: g. p. brogiolo, f. marazzi, c. giostra, longobardi, un popolo che cambia la storia, skira editore, 2017, p. 217, corredo femminile della tomba 1 di belluno, palazzo fulcis. size: 51.3-57.8mm x 39.3-46.8mm; weight: 39.7gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"300","title":{"en":"collection of lombard bronze brooches"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27230/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:30.042Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27230,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27231/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27231/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27231/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1100. a cast bronze amulet in the form of a bust of a male figure with a rectangular torso, elongated head, and raised left arm. the face is rendered with a long nose, incised eyes and brows, and a fringe-like border. the front of the tunic is decorated with a geometric pattern of incised triangles and lozenges. a small perforation is present below the torso, and a long, tapering tang extends downwards from the lower edge.size: 67.7mm x 24.9mm; weight: 9.7gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":350,"lotNumber":"301","title":{"en":"viking bronze odin amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27231/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":150,"soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:30.043Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£250 - £350","currency":"GBP","id":27231,"estimateMin":250},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27232/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27232/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27232/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1100. a bronze belt buckle cast in the form of a male bust with stylised facial features, a flat cap, and square-sectioned hair. the figure\u2019s shoulders extend into an openwork rectangular frame, with two projecting knobs on either side.size: 42.4mm x 61.5mm; weight: 37.5gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"302","title":{"en":"viking bronze belt buckle with odin"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27232/view","tags":["ukFashion_BeltsBuckles","ukFashion","ukFashion_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":360,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:44.193Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":27232,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27233/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27233/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27233/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27233/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27233/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 300 - 400. a marble relief depicting a genius cucullatus. the figure is shown frontally, wearing a deeply pleated mantle with a pronounced hood covering the head. the facial features are simply rendered. an inscription in greek runs along the bottom edge of the slab. mounted on a modern display stand.size: 225mm x 120mm; weight: 1.21kgprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the german art market in the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"303","title":{"en":"early byzantine marble relief of genius cucullatus with inscription"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27233/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:44.195Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":27233,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27234/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27234/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27234/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 300 - 500. a dark stone polyhedral die with each face engraved with a different letter. for similar see: the harvard art museums, object number 1992.256.199. size: 30mm x 30mm; weight: 35g provenance: private uk collection; ex. m. h. collection, kensington, acquired on the uk art market in the 1970s. 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":6000,"lotNumber":"304","title":{"en":"rare byzantine stone gambling die"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27234/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"soldPrice":5500,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-24T18:41:57.433Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":27234,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27235/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27235/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27235/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27235/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 700. a translucent glass fish. the body is modelled with a rounded belly and flat sides. a prominent dorsal fin rises from the centre of the back, mirrored by a matching fin along the underside. the tail is wide and triangular in shape. a rounded eye is applied on each side near the pointed snout.size: 120mm x 50mm; weight: 50gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the us art market in the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"305","title":{"en":"byzantine glass fish"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27235/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:37.383Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":27235,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27236/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27236/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27236/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27236/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27236/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600. a bone figure of christ depicted nude with the right hand raised in a gesture of blessing and the left hand held close to the chest. the face is carved with large almond-shaped eyes, a defined nose, and a small mouth, framed by rounded cheeks and short curly hair rendered in distinct volutes. the body is compact and muscular, with clearly delineated anatomical features.for similar see: met museum object number: 17.190.67 (the head)size: 110mm x 40mm; weight: 70gprovenance: private uk collection; ex. m. h. collection, kensington, acquired on the uk art market in the 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"306","title":{"en":"byzantine bone figure of blessing christ"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27236/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:37.386Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27236,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27237/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27237/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27237/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600. a gold cross pendant centred with a domed emerald set within a beaded border. each arm is mounted with a drop-shaped glass insert framed in gold with a granulated outline. openwork heart-shaped elements occupy the inner angles between the arms. three suspension loops along the lower half support pendant pearls, and a hinged loop at the top allows for suspension. size: 72mm x 43mm; weight: 17.44g provenance: 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. this piece comes with an authentication report by sami fortune, ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"307","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold cross pendant with central emerald and dangling pearls"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27237/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":3000,"soldPrice":4800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:37.388Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":27237,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27238/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27238/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27238/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600. a gold ring with a circular bezel inlaid with niello, depicting the virgin mary in bust form, shown frontally with hands raised. her head is framed by a halo, and flanked by the greek inscription ?? ?? (abbreviation for ????? ????, \u201cmother of god\u201d). the bezel is joined to a plain, rounded hoop, and is flanked by two pairs of small gold spheres positioned at the shoulders.for similar see: bagot j., el legado de hefesto: a memorial to a private collection of ancient rings and glyptics, n. 595; j. spier, byzantium and the west, jewelry in the first millennium, cat. 14d2; the british museum, museum number af.489.size: d:19.76mm / us: 10 / uk: t 1/2; weight: 6gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1990s uk collection of ancient art. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"308","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold ring with niello depicting virgin mary"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27238/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:37.390Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":27238,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27239/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27239/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27239/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 700. a gold ring with a circular bezel inlaid with niello, inscribed in greek across three lines: \u201c??? / ????? / ????\u201d. the bezel is joined to a plain, rounded hoop and is flanked by small gold spheres positioned at the shoulders.for similar see: the british museum, museum number af.237.size: d:18.75mm / us: 8 3/4 / uk: r; weight: 6gprovenance: private london collection; previously in a 1990s uk collection of ancient art. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"309","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold female ring with inscription"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27239/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":2200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:37.391Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":27239,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27240/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27240/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27240/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 . a gold cross with cylindrical arms and a central disc at the intersection. the vertical shank culminates in a suspension loop.for similar see: christie's, live auction 2491, ancient jewelry, lot. 451.size: 35mm x 22mm; weight: 5gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously acquired at the art market in vienna; formerly in an austrian collection formed prior to 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"310","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold cross"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27240/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:37.393Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":27240,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27241/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27241/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27241/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 900. a solid gold cross pendant with broad arms engraved with a greek inscription running vertically and horizontally across the front face. a wide suspension loop is positioned at the top for attachment. for similar see: the glory of byzantium, art and culture of the middle byzantine era, edited by hellen c. evans and. william d. wixom, 1997, cat. 225, p. 331. size: 32mm x 18.3mm; weight: 14.2g provenance: 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. reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"311","title":{"en":"byzantine solid high karat gold cross pendant with inscription"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27241/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":2000,"soldPrice":4400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:37.394Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":27241,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27242/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27242/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27242/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27242/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 700. a gold ring with a flower-shaped bezel set with a central garnet cabochon framed by a border of granules. the six rounded petals are decorated with applied loops between each lobe. the hoop consists of beaded borders with a continuous gold wave running between them.size: d:12.4mm / us: 1 / uk: b; weight: 3.98gprovenance: private uk collection; acquired on the uk art market, pre-2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"312","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold ring with flower bezel and garnet cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27242/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":750,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:37.395Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27242,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27243/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27243/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27243/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a gold pendant of circular form with a raised glass inlay at the centre enclosing a dark-toned cross. the inlay is framed by a beaded border, with a further outer border along the perimeter composed of clusters of three granules alternated with single beads. a ribbed suspension loop is attached at the top, and a rounded finial is positioned at the base.size: 0mm x 14mm; weight: 2gprovenance: 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.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"313","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold pendant with glass bezel depicting cross"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27243/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:37.396Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":27243,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27244/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27244/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27244/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27244/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 700. a nicolo intaglio engraved with a central turtle flanked symmetrically by two fish. set in a high-collared gold bezel with a hexagonal outer frame, bordered on either side by pairs of granulated spheres. a solid, rounded hoop joins the bezel, completing the ring.for similar see: spier j., byzantium and the west, jewelry in the first millennium, cat. 25.size: d:19.35mm / us: 9 1/2 / uk: s 1/2; weight: 9.83gprovenance: 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.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"314","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold ring with nicolo intaglio depicting sea creatures"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27244/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:37.397Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":27244,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27245/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27245/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27245/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1100 - 1300. an octagonal carnelian intaglio engraved with the cross of jerusalem, consisting of a large central cross potent flanked by four smaller crosses. a laurel wreath encircles the composition, and a hebrew inscription is engraved along the top edge.size: 11.8mm x 13.7mm; weight: 0.68gprovenance: property of a london ancient art collector, formerly in a london private collection, 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."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"315","title":{"en":"medieval intaglio depicting the cross of jerusalem"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27245/view","tags":["ukJudaica_JudaicaArt","ukJudaica_all","ukJudaica"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:30.044Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27245,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27246/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27246/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27246/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1000. a gold ring with a cross-shaped bezel formed of four rounded lobes, each incised with linear and hatched decoration converging towards a central circle marked with a dot. the bezel is joined to a plain hoop of circular section.size: d:18.54mm / us: 8 1/2 / uk: q 1/2; weight: 4gprovenance: 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.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"316","title":{"en":"medieval byzantine high karat gold ring with cross-shaped bezel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27246/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:40.966Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":27246,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27247/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27247/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27247/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600. a gold ring with a rounded bezel engraved with an eight-pointed star formed by intersecting linear motifs, each terminating in double notches. a small, raised boss projects from the centre. the bezel is attached to a plain hoop of a circular section.for similar see: british museum, museum numberaf.212size: d:17.53mm / us: 7 1/4 / uk: o; weight: 3gprovenance: 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.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"317","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold ring with central gold pellet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27247/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":600,"soldPrice":850,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:40.968Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£900 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27247,"estimateMin":900},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27248/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27248/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27248/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a gold ring with a broad hoop and sharply angled shoulders. the projecting bezel is set with a deep red rectangular garnet, and the hoop bears remains of incised decoration.for similar see: j. spier, byzantium and the west, jewelry in the first millennium, 2012, cat. 13. p. 86.size: d:12mm / us: 44928 / uk: a; weight: 2.74gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"318","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold ring with red garnet bezel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27248/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:40.970Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":27248,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27249/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27249/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27249/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 ad. a bronze-gilded pendant with a circular, beaded border enclosing a concentric arrangement of decorative bands. at the centre is a raised circular setting containing a green glass cabochon surrounded by a ring of perforations. the upper section includes a double suspension loop.size: 33mm x 25mm; weight: 10gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s. reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"319","title":{"en":"byzantine silver-gilt pendant with cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27249/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:30.046Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27249,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27250/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27250/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27250/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27250/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27250/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1000 - 1100. a solid gold bracelet with an intricately woven band composed of tightly twisted wire strands. the hinged clasp is decorated with granulation and clusters of spherical pellets arranged in a symmetrical pattern.for similar see: jenkins m., manuel keene m., islamic jewelry in the metropolitan museum of art, cat. 16.size: 75mm x 70mm; weight: 48gprovenance: 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":9000,"lotNumber":"320","title":{"en":"byzantine gold bracelet with pellets"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27250/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:40.971Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":27250,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27251/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27251/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27251/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27251/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27251/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27251/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1100. a solid gold bracelet with a densely braided wire band forming a continuous loop. at the centre, a dome-shaped bezel is embellished with clusters of granules arranged in a floral pattern, with a small knop at the apex. the bezel is flanked by tapering plaques decorated with additional granulation.for similar see: jenkins m., manuel keene m., islamic jewelry in the metropolitan museum of art, cat. 37.size: 70mm x 65mm; weight: 64gprovenance: 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":9000,"lotNumber":"321","title":{"en":"byzantine gold bracelet with dome-shaped bezel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27251/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":3000,"soldPrice":3400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:40.974Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":27251,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27252/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27252/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27252/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27252/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1200 - 1400. a gold band of open-type formed from a sheet with a raised central ridge flanked by pronounced borders.size: d:18.34mm / us: 8 1/4 / uk: q; weight: 2.02gprovenance: property of a london ancient art collector, formerly in a london private collection, formerly acquired on the uk art market since the 1970s.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"322","title":{"en":"medieval high karat gold ring"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27252/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:40.976Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":27252,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27253/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27253/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27253/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1000 - 1300. a gilt-bronze appliqué depicting a stylised quadruped in relief within a rectangular frame. the animal, possibly a lion, has slender limbs, an arched tail with a tuft, and a rounded head with prominent ears. the background is textured with raised dots. the reverse is with a central stud for attachment. such appliqués were used on belts, caskets, or book covers and reflect the romanesque taste for decorative abstraction and animal motifs.size: 15mm x 15mm; weight: 2gprovenance: london collection; ex. mayfair collection, acquired from an ancient art gallery; formerly acquired on the london art market pre-2000.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"323","title":{"en":"medieval bronze-gilt applique with quadruped"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27253/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:30.047Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27253,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27254/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27254/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27254/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1400 - 1600 . a gold stirrup-type ring with a narrow, rounded hoop that broadens at the shoulders into a flat, wedge-shaped bezel. it holds a red stone intaglio engraved with a stylised quadruped in profile. size: d:14.88mm / us: 3 3/4 / uk: h; weight: 4.15g provenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s. reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"324","title":{"en":"late medieval high karat gold intaglio ring"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27254/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":360,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:40.977Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27254,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27255/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27255/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27255/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1300 - 1600. a gold ring with a slender circular hoop and a sharply angled square bezel set with a faceted red garnet. the shoulders are slightly thickened where they meet the setting.size: d:18.95mm / us: 9 / uk: r 1/2; weight: 4.25gprovenance: 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":1500,"lotNumber":"325","title":{"en":"medieval high karat gold ring with garnet bezel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27255/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":750,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:39.395Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27255,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27256/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27256/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27256/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500. a gold ring set with an amethyst intaglio engraved with a bird in profile. the amethyst is held in a plain high-walled bezel of a solid gold hoop, widening towards the shoulders.for similar see: british museum museum number1929,0713.13size: d:15.9mm / us: 5 1/4 / uk: k; weight: 5.9gprovenance: private london collection; previously mintici collection, belgium 1970s-1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"326","title":{"en":"byzantine high karat gold ring with amethyst intaglio"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27256/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:39.397Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":27256,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27257/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27257/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27257/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 800 . a matched pair of gold earrings, each formed with a plain circular hoop supporting a vertical chain of ribbed links. the chain terminates in a small red garnet bead, secured by a gold knot at the base.for similar see: christies; live auction 14573, ancient jewery: wearable art, lot. 49size: 60-61mm x 14-14mm; weight: 5gprovenance: 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":"327","title":{"en":"pair of byzantine high karat gold earrings with red garnet cabochons"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27257/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:39.398Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":27257,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27258/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27258/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27258/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a silver bracelet composed of a plaited circular band with a central fastening element. the clasp is formed of a square plate decorated with a niello-filled cross, and framed by knobbed elements.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 52.32.3.size: 62mm x 67mm; weight: 27.3gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly in a 1980s-1990s london collection.reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"328","title":{"en":"byzantine silver bracelet with niello cross"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27258/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":340,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:39.399Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27258,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27259/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27259/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27259/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27259/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 550 - 650. a silver spoon with an elongated bowl and a slender, slightly tapering handle that terminates in a rounded hook. a decorative scroll element connects the bowl and handle. the upper section of the handle bears the inscription 'puritas'. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 2005.39. size: 160mm x 30mm; weight: 24.90g provenance: private london collection; ex. borowski collection, switzerland, 1980s-1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"329","title":{"en":"byzantine silver spoon inscribed 'puritas'"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27259/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_SilverSilverplateditems","ukDecorativeArts_FlatwareServingPieces","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:39.401Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":27259,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27260/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27260/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27260/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27260/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 800. a byzantine rock-crystal spoon with a long polygonal handle tapering to the square-shaped shallow spoon. seven engraved circles are on the top of the handle. size: 80mm x 16mm; weight: 20g provenance: property of a european collector; formerly in the famous alison barker collection, a retired london barrister; acquired between the early1960s to 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"330","title":{"en":"byzantine rock crystal spoon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27260/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_FlatwareServingPieces","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:39.402Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£2,000 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":27260,"estimateMin":2000},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27261/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27261/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27261/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27261/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 900. a bronze oil lamp with a pear-shaped body, a central filling hole, and a short, upward-curving nozzle with a circular wick hole. the handle is cast in the form of a cross with flared arms, attached directly to the upper rear section of the body. the lamp rests on a ring base with a central recessed disc. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 28.138a, b. size: 83mm x 124mm; weight: 275g provenance: 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":"331","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze oil lamp with cross-shaped handle"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27261/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:39.403Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27261,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27262/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27262/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27262/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27262/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 300 - 600. a terracotta oil lamp with a rounded body and a central filling hole surrounded by a raised rim. five short, evenly spaced wick spouts extend radially from the body. a single loop handle rises from the back. the upper surface is decorated with low relief curvilinear patterns, including scrolls and concentric circles framing the central opening. the underside is plain with a ring base. size: 45mm x 120mm; weight: 137g provenance: private uk collection, acquired on the us art market; ex. collection of james wolfensohn, nyc., acquired from perspective ltd., jean-michel gozlan, king david street, jerusalem, israel, 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"332","title":{"en":"byzantine terracotta multi spouted lamp"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27262/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:39.405Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":27262,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27263/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27263/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27263/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 800. a miniature applique in cast bronze, depicting the bull of st. luke with nice horns and ears splayed out from the top of its head, and lifelike eyes. at the top of the head, a lunar crescent is positioned within a cross, and on the sides, two rings are present to attach it to the wooden furniture or the saddle leather. size: 100mm x 75mm; weight: 125g provenance: private uk collection, acquired on the dutch art market. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"333","title":{"en":"large byzantine bronze bull applique of st. luke"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27263/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":400,"soldPrice":420,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:39.406Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£600 - £1,000","currency":"GBP","id":27263,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27264/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27264/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27264/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100a medieval bronze enkolpion composed of two halves. it is decorated with crucified christ and saints depicted on the top of the arms on side a. on side b, there is a depiction of the virgin mary with saints. the two halves are connected by a bronze hinge perforated by a horizontal hoop to fix the rope. for similar see: met museum accession number: 2018.870.2; the glory of byzantium, art and culture of the middle byzantine era, n. inv. 206.size: 80mm x 45mm; weight: 58gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the belgian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"334","title":{"en":"medieval bronze enkolpion cross with christ and saints"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27264/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:39.407Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27264,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27265/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27265/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27265/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a bronze cross with flaring arms and circular recesses at the centre and at the end of each arm, likely intended for inlays. the surface is decorated with small punched circles, and a suspension loop is attached at the top.for similar see: british museum , museum number1876,0527.4size: 82.6mm x 52.3mm; weight: 27.93gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"335","title":{"en":"large byzantine bronze cross pendant"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27265/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:30.048Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27265,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27266/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27266/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27266/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a bronze cross-shaped fitting with flaring arms decorated with incised linear and circular motifs. each corner of the cross ends in a rounded terminal. the reverse is fitted with four integral attachment loops.\"for similar see: british museum , museum number1876,0527.4\"size: 57.9mm x 33.9mm; weight: 20.78gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":350,"lotNumber":"336","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze cross applique with incised motifs"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27266/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:22.334Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£250 - £350","currency":"GBP","id":27266,"estimateMin":250},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27267/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27267/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27267/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1000. a bronze cross-shaped brooch with equal arms flaring towards the ends and a circular suspension loop at the top. the upper face is decorated with concentric ring-and-dot motifs arranged symmetrically on each arm and at the centre. the reverse retains the pin mechanism, with the catchplate and spring intact. for similar see: british museum museum number 1991,0403.39 size: 57mm x 37mm; weight: 38g provenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"337","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze cross-shaped brooch"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27267/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:22.337Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27267,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27268/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27268/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27268/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a bronze cross pendant with flaring arms, each marked by a central circular indentation, framed by parallel lines and notched edges. a suspension loop is set above the upper arm.for similar see: met museum object number: 2000.526.2size: 50.2mm x 30mm; weight: 9gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"338","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze cross pendant"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27268/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:48:22.338Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":27268,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27269/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27269/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27269/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600. a silver pendant in the form of a latin cross with cylindrical arms that flare gently at the ends. the suspension loop is fitted above the upper arm.for similar see: british museum, museum number 1902,0529.26; christie's, on line auction 14753, ancient jewelry: wearable art, lot. 12.size: 46.3mm x 28.2mm; weight: 9.41gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s. reviewed by sami fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"339","title":{"en":"byzantine silver cross pendant"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27269/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:45.221Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":27269,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27270/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27270/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27270/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1100 - 1200. a cast medallion with an irregularly broken edge, depicting the bust of the virgin mary in relief within a raised circular border. mary is shown frontally, with both hands raised. her head is covered with a veil and framed by a nimbus. for similar see: h. c. evans, w.d. wixom, the glory of byzantium, art and culture of the middle byzantine era, ad. 843 - 1261, 1997, cat. 204,medallion with bust of the virgine orans size: 41mm x 47mm; weight: 50g provenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"340","title":{"en":"byzantine copper medallion depicting the virgin mary"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27270/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:16:23.797Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":27270,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27271/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27271/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27271/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 700. a silver ring with a flat circular bezel engraved with a stylised scene of st. george on horseback spearing a dragon. the saint is shown in profile, holding a long spear, with linear detailing used to depict the horse and dragon. the bezel is applied to a rounded hoop of a slender form.for similar see: bagot j., el legado de hefesto: a memorial to a private collection of ancient rings and glyptics, n. 552.size: d:18.34mm / us: 8 1/4 / uk: q; weight: 2gprovenance: private london collection; previously french art market 1970s/1980s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"341","title":{"en":"byzantine silver ring depicting st. george killing the dragon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27271/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":280,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:45.223Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27271,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27272/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27272/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27272/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27272/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 600. a cast bronze bell with a flaring conical body and an integrated suspension loop. vertical fluting extends from the upper section beneath the loop, giving way to a smooth, tapering surface that forms the main body. the lower edge is delineated by a thickened rim, encircled by a row of evenly spaced rounded studs in relief.for similar see: j. e. bonnet, le bronzes antiques de paris, musee carnevalet, 1989, cat. 58, p. 120.size: 85mm x 63mm; weight: 160gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"342","title":{"en":"large byzantine bronze bell"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/58852/lot/27272/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T20:03:45.225Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":27272,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27273/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27273/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/27273/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 800. a pair of deep green glass oil lamps, one with a rounded body and the other with a conical form, both with deep interiors and thick flaring rims. each lamp would have been inserted into a polycandelon for suspension. for similar see: victoria and albert museum number 8195. size: 120-123mm x 170-190mm; 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