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7435. VERY RARE BYZANTINE MINIATURE CUT GLASS BOTTLE, c. 5th-7th century AD. The vessel of thick transparent glass, the body cut into hexagonal cross section with beveled foot and flat base. 1.75 inches. Neck chip. Rare. Provenance: The collection of a prominent Egyptologist by descent assembled in the early part of the 20th century and brought to the US in 1954 with the family.
$60.
S293. LARGE ISRAELITE SAUCER LAMPS FROM THE TIME OF DAVID AND SOLOMON. Iron Age I, 1200-930 BC. These fired clay lamps were made in the form of a saucer with one pinched side to hold a wick. They were filled with olive oil and provided the standard light source of the time. Size averages 5 inches in diameter. These sell for up to $250 elsewhere. In very nice condition considering their age with only very minor imperfections. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer September, 2003.
12687. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. Roman or Byzantine sewing thimble. 15 x 21mm. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12706. 14 Holy Land ancient stone spindle whorls. Better quality many with markings. To 29mm. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
ROMAN KNIVES, NAILS & PINS. Purchase individually at listed prices or all 14 for $350.
12447. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. Rare Roman iron drawknife woodworking tool. With a curved blade for forming round sections of wood such as table legs. 9 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12449. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. Rare Roman iron sickle or drawknife. 10 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12484. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. Roman iron nail. 3.5 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12485. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. Roman iron nail. 3.25 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12486. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. Roman iron nail. 3 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12498. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. KS26 Roman iron leather knife, rusted, flat, curved ends 177x44. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12504. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. Roman iron dual purpose knife. 4 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12480. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. KS28 Roman iron razor, rusted, thin blade, handle loop 181x71. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12672. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. BM97 Razor, Israel, iron, rectangle, thin blade 121X53. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12508. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. Large Roman bronze sail maker's needle. 5 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12509. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. Bronze cloak pin. These doubled as personal stiletto type protection for ancient women. 7.75 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12510. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. Bronze cloak pin. These doubled as personal stiletto type protection for ancient women. 6 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12514. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. BM159 Fishhook, Roman Britain, bronze. 30 mm. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
FROM A GROUP CARBON DATED TO 120 AD 8313. WICKED ROMAN IRON PIKE, c. 1st-3rd century. Deadly spiked weapon with twin attachment flanges. 10".
Cf. Another lot from this collection was dated by the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory to 120 AD with a probable range of 80 AD - 160 AD. This was done using an innovative technique which measures the carbon isotope ratio of the trace carbon in the iron. This carbon comes from the wood used in the production of the iron which must be of essentially the same age as the tool itself. Results published in the journal, Radiocarbon, Summer 2001.
Provenance: A private American collection. Acquired from a US dealer in April, 1999.
7525. FINE GRAND TOUR GLASS INTAGLIO OF VENUS AND CUPID, c. 18th-19th century. Lavender glass intaglio of Venus (Aphrodite) standing with her gown lowered over her thighs holding a dog on a leash, Eros (Cupid) standing on a pillar to her right. 1" x 7/8" x 3/8".
12466. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. Roman iron armor piercing arrowhead. 2.5 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
6965. JAPANESE MIXED METAL FIGURAL LETTER OPENER WITH GILT BLADE, c. 19th century. With a very finely worked scene of a fisherman and carp. Excellent design work on handle. 12". Much better than the image. Provenance: A private American collection. Acquired at the Birchwood Manor antiques show in New Jersey in March, 2002.
12470. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. Roman iron arrowhead. Tip bent. 2.5 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
9692. NICE GREEK BRONZE MIRROR, c. 4th-1st century BC. The mirror with raised reinforced rim. 5.25 inches diameter.
8282. WEARABLE GREEK SILVER CHILD'S BRACELET, c. 3rd-1st century BC. Made with dual twists ornamenting the piece. 2" diameter. Wearable with care. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a North Eastern antiquities dealer August, 1999.
11669. CELTIC BRONZE AXE. Hungary, late 1st millennium BC. A Celtic cast bronze axehead with side attachment loop. 1.8 x 4 inches. In excellent condition with original find patina and detail and good edge. Provenance: From an old Hungarian collection formed in the 1960's. A superior type with molded linear designs on haft. Other side.
7415. LATE ROMAN BYZANTINE MINIATURE GLASS VIAL, c. 3th-5th century AD. Opaque white glass with rolled rim. 1.7 inches. These miniature vessels are quite rare and were used for rare essences or perhaps even poison as they could be easily concealed in clothing. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist. Imported into the US in 1954.
IRIS NEVINS - IN THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM 10027A. IRIS NEVINS ORIGINAL HAND MARBLED FLOWER, Late 20th century. Creative use of the traditional book marbling technique to produce the image of an exotic. 10 x 17 inches. Iris Nevins is an internationally known marbler with works in the Metropolitan Museum.
Provenance: A private NJ collection. Gift of Iris Nevins.
RESTORER'S SPECIAL 13046. LARGE EARLY INDIAN GODDESS ARM & HAND, c. 10th-12th century AD. 12 inches. Delicately carved in fine-grained sandstone, the arm and hand of an Indian Goddess wearing an ornate gold bracelet, likely a Celestial dancer. In 4 pieces, one not visible under the wrist.
Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer in the early 2000's.
12502. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. Roman iron knife. 4.5 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
6910. LATE ROMAN - BYZANTINE BRONZE OIL LAMP, c. 4th-6th c. With leaf handle and zoomorphic lid. 4". Small crack at spout. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer February, 1959.
9324. HISTORICAL CRIMEAN WAR GLASS BOTTLE WITH IRIDESCENCE, 1853-56. The club shaped bottle of quite heavy glass with molded inscription reading R. ELLIS PUTHIN / MANUFACTURED / ON SUPERIOR / AERATED WATERS / TO THE ROYAL FAMILY. The bottle apparently discarded by British troops during the war. Found in the Crimea. 8.25". The entire surface covered with beautiful frosty peacock iridescence better than on most examples of ancient glass. A gem with an interesting historical context.
10043. A CLASSICAL NUDE OIL PAINTING, 20th century. Oil on board, signed C. Kramer. Nude bather wringing out her hair. 8 x 10 inches.
7407. RARE COPTIC CARVED WOOD FIXTURE, Egypt c. 4th-6th century AD. The panel in the form of an eagle's head with another grouse bird head and floral designs inside, flange on right side. 1.7 x 3 inches. Rare. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early part of the 20th century. Brought to the US with the family in 1954.
11351. COLLECTION OF 15 EARLY NATIVE AMERICAN STONE ARTIFACTS. Eastern woodland from an uncertain location in the New Jersey, Pennsylvania New York area. Various early types of hammer stones, flat stones with shallow central depressions, and one very rare fragment of a carved stone vessel (inner surface at upper right in the group photo) with an intact leg. All from the same location with museum numbers in India ink. The largest at lower right measures 5.5 inches in length. Provenance: From an extensive early 20th century Pennsylvania mineral and fossil collection, the best pieces now residing at the Franklin Mineral museum in New Jersey. Previously from an early archaeological excavation conducted by a local Pennsylvania university and later deaccessioned.
9855. EARLY INDUS VALLEY ANIMAL HEAD, c. 3rd-2nd millennium BC. 1.5 inches. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer December, 2000.
9774. A HAN DYNASTY OR LATER BRONZE MIRROR, c. 1st century AD. 5 inches. Provenance: From the estate of a wealthy New Jersey collector. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer January, 2000.
9237. NARINO POLYCHROME BOWL. Colombia, Capuli Complex, 850-1500 AD. The interior of the bowl with painted bird and geometric designs. 2.75 x 5 inches. Professional repair. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer November, 1959.
12471. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. Roman iron arrowhead. 2 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12554. ANCIENT PERSONAL ITEMS. JC19 Coptic cloth fragment, bird motif, 500AD. 9x10 cm. Provenance: The University Collection.
8889. A GREEK GOLD APPLIQUƒ. Hellenistic, c. 3rd-1st century BC. The sheet gold appliquŽ of square form with a large triskeles within an incuse, all done in repousse technique, small holes for attachment in the corners, a small tear at the side. 18 x 19 mm. Rare. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer November, 1999.
ANCIENT ROMAN GLASS. Purchase individually at listed prices or all 5 for $400.
11817. FRANKISH OR LATE ROMAN GLASS. Lamp, conical, cloudy, blue blob dots on body, restored from pieces, 400AD, ROM 380. 70Dx70. Provenance: The University Collection G143. Verso.
11819. ROMAN GLASS. Flask, opaque, dark brown, squat, Islamic, small neck, chipped, kicked base, 700AD, ROM 670 (?). 70Dx55. Provenance: The University Collection G87. Verso.
11828. ROMAN GLASS. Provenance: The University Collection G. Verso.
11826. ROMAN GLASS. Unguentarium, cloudy, light blue, 4 deep side flutes rolled top, some contents inside, 300AD, ROM 440. 22Dx94. Provenance: The University Collection G57. Verso.
11824. ROMAN GLASS. Flask, clear, purple, small round body, slight flare neck, ground lip, 400AD, ROM 311. 30Dx55. Provenance: The University Collection G141. Verso.
13054. EARLY INDIAN STONE HEAD, c. 10th century AD. The head of a nobleman with ornate crown and hairstyle. 4.25 x 4.5 x 3 inches. Side view. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner from a New Jersey collection in the 1990's, previously from the European market via an established dealer.
13055. EARLY INDIAN STONE HEAD, c. 10th century AD. The head of a nobleman with ornate crown and earrings. 3 x 3 x 2.5 inches. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner from a New Jersey collection in the 1990's, previously from the European market via an established dealer.
S285. INDUS VALLEY FERTILITY IDOLS, c. 3rd millennium BC. Rare busts of the Great Mother fertility goddess with nice detail from the early civilizations of the Indus Valley. Size averages 1.5 x 2 inches. These sell for up to $350 elsewhere. Your pick. Specify row and column. X indicates the piece is SOLD. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer February, 1959.
12489. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. SA48 Sling bullet, lead, white, bee & Greek? Script 29. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
ANCIENT WEIGHTS. Purchase individually at listed prices or all 15 for $450.
12621. ANCIENT SEALS ETC. Babylonian duck weight. 9.3 g. Chip. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12625. ANCIENT SEALS ETC. BM151 Byzantine early Islamic weight, c. 6th-8th century AD. 1/2 uncia or 5 dirhem weight. 14.49g. In the form of a polyhedron, each face decorated with a series of concentric circles. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12626. ANCIENT SEALS ETC. BM148 Weights, Phoenician scallop shell, 4c.BC 67g. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12627. ANCIENT SEALS ETC. BM108 Weights, Syrian?, lead, multi-shekel, scallop form 16x29,34. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12629. ANCIENT SEALS ETC. BM148 Weights, Phoenician scallop shell, 4c.BC 65g. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12630. ANCIENT SEALS ETC. BM108 Weights, Syrian?, lead, multi-shekel, scallop form 16x29. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12631. ANCIENT SEALS ETC. Late Roman/Byzantine weight with engraved facing portrait of emperor (considerably clearer than Verso image shows). 148.59 g. = 6oz 1/2 lb semis. 21 x 35 mm. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12632. ANCIENT SEALS ETC. BM142 Weights, Roman, 4, 1 uncia, various shapes 27-29.5g. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12633. ANCIENT SEALS ETC. BM142 Weights, Roman, 4, 1 uncia, various shapes 27-29.5g. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12634. ANCIENT SEALS ETC. 5 Roman bronze weights. 5-7g. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12637. ANCIENT SEALS ETC. Roman 1 uncia weight. 15x20mm. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
ANCIENT GREEK & ROMAN GLASS. Purchase individually at listed prices or all 7 for $500.
11763. GREEK CORE FORMED GLASS MINIATURE PAIR. c. 2nd - 1st century BC. Set of two miniature core glass pitchers with blue and white bands on black and amber bodies, 3.9 and 3.3 cm height. Both in excellent intact condition. ROM 661 (?). 23Dx131. In a custom plexiglass base. Provenance: The University Collection G80. Verso.
11756. ROMAN GLASS. Provenance: The University Collection G???. Verso.
11820. ROMAN GLASS. Flask, clear, yellow, thick wall, groove in body, 200AD, ROM 588 (?). 43DX74. Provenance: The University Collection G109. Verso.
11810. ROMAN GLASS. Rare fluted body. Small stable hole in body. 4.5 x 2.25 inches. Provenance: The University Collection G???. Verso.
11751. ROMAN GLASS. "Candle stick", cloudy, flat kick base, folded top, small size, 150AD, ROM 236. 37Dx115. Provenance: The University Collection G140. Verso.
11754. ROMAN GLASS. Thick wall, bluish. 6 inches. Provenance: The University Collection G46. Verso.
12307. GREEK POTTERY VESSEL. PE216 Plate, Apulian, black glaze, footed, Hellenistic 140d34. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
ANCIENT HOLY LAND & NEAR EASTERN VESSELS FROM THE UNIVERSITY COLLECTION. Purchase individually at listed prices or all 8 for $300.
12387. ANCIENT PLAINWARE VESSEL. PE154 Juglet, EB, red buff, loop handle, flat bottom 46d50. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12408. ANCIENT PLAINWARE VESSEL. Small jar. 2.5 x 2.5 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12425. ANCIENT TRANSPORT AMPHORA HANDLE WITH STAMP. BM69 Amphora handle, stamped Greek inscription 100. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12328. ANCIENT BRONZE VESSEL. PL72 Greek bronze bowl, green & black, dented lip 130d55. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12846. ANCIENT BRONZE SCALLOPED DISH. 3 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12851. ANCIENT HEAVY IRON LADLE. 5 inches. Rare. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12852. HOLY LAND RED WARE BOWL. SE 47 Red No No N 105d 2400BC. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12301. GREEK POTTERY VESSEL. PE194 Plate, Campanian, black glaze, low foot, plain 183d36. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
ROMAN LEGIONARY BRICKS. Purchase individually at listed prices or all 10 for $1000.
12248. COMPLETE ROMAN BUILDING BRICK WITH LEGIONARY STAMP. PL117 Roman Legionary tile, "LEG VIII AVG" LEG 8 Augusta 180x201. Provenance: The University Collection.
12249. COMPLETE ROMAN BUILDING BRICK WITH LEGIONARY STAMP. PL136 Roman tile, brown, "LEG II AVG", from Britain 193x175. Provenance: The University Collection.
12250. COMPLETE ROMAN BUILDING BRICK WITH LEGIONARY STAMP. PL140 Roman tile, red, inscribed circle "CCCF. .", Britain? 170x170. Provenance: The University Collection.
12252. ROMAN BUILDING BRICK WITH LEGIONARY STAMP. PL104 Tile, Roman, red, "CAPA" Classis Augusta German. 190x160. Provenance: The University Collection.
12255. ROMAN BUILDING BRICK WITH LEGIONARY STAMP. PL68 Roman tile, red buff, broken, "LEG..", Carnuntum. 150x100. Provenance: The University Collection.
12257. ROMAN BUILDING BRICK WITH LEGIONARY STAMP. PL151 Tile, Roman tile, Embrix, LX.. Gemina 13x13. Provenance: The University Collection.
12262. COMPLETE ROMAN HYPOCAUST PIPE STOP. Hypocausts were under floor heating systems in Roman baths and luxury villas. The pipes carried hot air to warm the floors. PL128 Roman hypocost floor post tile, terra cotta, red 155x35. Provenance: The University Collection.
12263. ROMAN BUILDING BRICK FROM THE ROMAN SETTLEMENT OF AVANCHES. PL67 Roman tile, red buff, broken, from Avanches bath 180x120. Provenance: The University Collection.
12264. ROMAN BUILDING BRICK WITH LEGIONARY STAMP. PL150 Tile, Roman tile, X w.6 rays (Twins?)Gemina? 32x23 cm. Provenance: The University Collection.
12268. ROMAN WALL FRESCO FRAGMENT. BM122 Fresco piece, Roman, Cologne, yellow, green, black 84x90. Provenance: The University Collection.
ANCIENT EGYPTIAN ITEMS. Purchase individually at listed prices or all 3 for $200.
12640. ANCIENT FIGURINES. PA25 Osiris, bronze, black, Egypt, good detail. 5.6 cm. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12641. ANCIENT FIGURINES. PA12 Taurt glazed figure, Egyptian, 800BC. 3.8 cm. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12642. ANCIENT FIGURINES. PA13 Amulet, column, glazed, Egyptian, 400BC. 1 cm. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
TWO EARLY ISLAMIC GLAZED LAMPS FOR $125
7340. EARLY ISLAMIC GLAZED OIL LAMP, c. 7th-12th century AD. Green glazed pedestal lamp with drip pan. 3 x 4.5 inches. Chips to pan and lip otherwise very nice condition. Scarce. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer August, 2002.
7342. EARLY ISLAMIC GLAZED OIL LAMP, c. 7th-12th century AD. Pale green glazed lamp with long spout (tip restored). 4.5 inches. Scarce. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer August, 2002.
ANCIENT MIDDLE EASTERN ITEMS. Purchase individually at listed prices or all 5 for $300.
12652. ANCIENT FIGURINES. Syrian bronze bull, 7-8th C.BC 3 cm. Animated posture. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12654. ANCIENT FIGURINES. Votive bronze staff. 12.7 cm. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12662. ANCIENT FIGURINES. PA14 Phoenician idol head, bird face, mane and collar, buff, 700BC? 45mm. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12663. ANCIENT FIGURINES. BM104 Horse & rider figure, Syro-Hittite, buff 100x51 mm. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12664. ANCIENT FIGURINES. BM192 Syro-Hittite horse, white, 1500BC? 7.5x5.5 cm. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
ANCIENT GAMING PIECES. Purchase individually at listed prices or all 5 for $125.
12693. ANCIENT JEWELRY AND PERSONAL ITEMS. BM184 Astagalus knuckle bone gaming piece, Greek, bronze. 30x19. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12694. ANCIENT JEWELRY AND PERSONAL ITEMS. BM101 Greek astralagus Knuckle bone gaming piece, cream, leaded, worn 27x17x12. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12695. ANCIENT JEWELRY AND PERSONAL ITEMS. BM102 Knuckle bone, lead, dark gray 30x18x14. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12699. ANCIENT JEWELRY AND PERSONAL ITEMS. BM93 Glass astralagus knuckle bone game piece. 16mm. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12705. ANCIENT JEWELRY AND PERSONAL ITEMS. Egyptian black glass gaming piece. 19mm. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
ROMAN KEYS. Purchase individually at listed prices or all 6 for $200.
12677. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. Roman bronze key with ring. 55mm. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12680. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. BM152 Lock mechanism, Roman bronze. L76. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12681. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. BM157 Lock case shell, Roman, bronze, green, 3rd ct, 2 pieces 42x23. Rare. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12674. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. Roman iron key. 80mm. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12675. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. Roman iron key. 63mm. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12679. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. BM68 Byzantine ring key, bronze, black, 10 points 22d28. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12490. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. SA46 Sling bullet, Roman, lead, thunderbolt, from Munda? 33. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12491. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. SA47 Sling bullet, lead, white scorpion, cut end from ancient impact. 29. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12493. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. SA31 Sling bullet, Roman, lead, "AINI" inscription 35. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12494. ANCIENT WEAPONS AND TOOLS. SA32 Sling bullet, Greek, lead, scorpion decor 35. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
11749. ROMAN GLASS. Vial, slightly cloudy, blue green, kicked base, candle stick, flared folded top, 100AD, 37Dx59. Provenance: The University Collection G15. Verso.
11796. LARGER ROMAN GLASS. 4 x 3.5 inches. Provenance: The University Collection G. Verso.
ANCIENT HOLY LAND & NEAR EASTERN VESSELS FROM THE UNIVERSITY COLLECTION. Purchase individually at listed prices or all 14 for $500.
12318. GREEK POTTERY VESSEL. Oinoche, Apulian, grape leaves & vines. 3.5 x 6.5 inches. Provenance: The University Collection PE? Verso.
12324. GREEK POTTERY VESSEL. 1.5 x 3 inches. Small bowl. Provenance: The University Collection PE99. Verso.
12348. ANCIENT PLAINWARE VESSEL. 2.5 x 6 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12357. ANCIENT PLAINWARE VESSEL. PE89 Bowl, double rim, buff, LB? 1300BC 136d. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12358. ANCIENT PLAINWARE VESSEL. PL87 Byzantine flask, coil style, handle to neck 79d89. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12359. ANCIENT PLAINWARE VESSEL. PL115 Base piece, red pot, for grinding in mortaria or more likely a lid for a large storage jar. 72d32. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12367 ANCIENT PLAINWARE VESSEL. Flask. 3 x 5.5 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12368. ANCIENT PLAINWARE VESSEL. Amphora. 1.75 x 6.5 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12369. ANCIENT PLAINWARE VESSEL. PE201 Dipper jug, MB, round base, handle to lip, white 64d128. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12372. ANCIENT PLAINWARE VESSEL. PE78 Jar from Israel, Persian period, striped, 700BC 66d60. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12373. ANCIENT PLAINWARE VESSEL. White ware dish. 1.75 x 5.25 inches. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12374. ANCIENT PLAINWARE VESSEL. PE203 Vessel, handmade?, EB, yellow buff, 6 side knobs 145d112. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12376. ANCIENT PLAINWARE VESSEL. PL111 Cook pot, Roman, red, 2 handles, round bottom 140d150. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
12378. ANCIENT PLAINWARE VESSEL. PE1 Painted jug, cbatana? handmade, buff, 700AD? 110d95. Provenance: The University Collection. Verso.
8828. TALL NARINO BICHROME VESSEL. Capuli complex, c. 850-1500 AD. Red on black resist painted with two registers of geometric symbols. 3.5 x 9 inches. Collection number on bottom. A nice example. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer June, 1959.
9318. ORIGINAL JAPANESE FLOWER PAINTING ON SILK, c. early 20th century. The painting of pink peonies with a butterfly, signed in calligraphy and seal stamped. 9.5 x 12 in nice gold leaf frame. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased at Berman's Auction, NJ August, 1959.
10680. ANCIENT NEAR EASTERN POTTERY VESSEL (Top center). Cup with handle, NW Iran, early 1st millennium BC. 4.25"h x 3.5"dia. Side crack. Provenance: The Arthur M. Sackler collection. Collected in the 1970's or earlier. Possibly published in one of the dozen or so books documenting the Sackler collection. Reverse.
10644. ANCIENT NEAR EASTERN POTTERY VESSEL (TOP CENTER IN THE PHOTO). Jug with handle. NW Iran, ca. 1000 BC. 8"h x 6.5"dia. Small shards from rim are inside. Provenance: The Arthur M. Sackler collection. Collected in the 1970's or earlier. Possibly published in one of the dozen or so books documenting the Sackler collection. Reverse.
2 LARGE ANCIENT GREEK BRONZE CALDRON HANDLES $250
8278. HEAVY GREEK BRONZE CALDRON HANDLE. c. 4th-2nd century BC. The heavy solid-cast handle with spools and palmettes where it was attached. 6.5". A heavy rare solid bronze piece that once would have been attached to a large bronze caldron. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a North Eastern antiquities dealer April, 1999.
6790. HEAVY GREEK BRONZE CALDRON HANDLE, c. 5th-2nd century. BC. The heavy solid cast handle with ornamental rings and knobs. Ancient patina with more detail beneath. 6". A heavy rare solid bronze piece that once would have been attached to a large bronze caldron. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a North Eastern antiquities dealer February, 1999.
7413. BEAUTIFUL LATE ROMAN BYZANTINE MINIATURE GLASS VIAL, c. 3th-5th century AD. Pale green glass with wide rolled rim. 1.75 inches. These miniature vessels are quite rare and were used for rare essences or perhaps even poison as they could be easily concealed in clothing. Beautiful silvery blue iridescence. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist. Imported into the US in 1954.
8317. A GALLO-ROMAN HORSE FIBULA, c. 4th-5th century AD. The Brooch in the form of a horse with annular incisions. Pin lost. 1.3". Scarce. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer April, 1959.
7987. ELEGANT GREEK PIRIFORM ARYBALLOS. Hellenistic, c. 2nd century BC. Piriform body with tall thin base and neck. 18 cm. Nice example with black glaze on neck and rim. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a North Eastern antiquities dealer October, 2004.
FROM A GROUP CARBON DATED TO 120 AD 8312. RARE ROMAN IRON TOOL, c. 1st-3rd century. The hook probably used for pulling hot coals or metal. Suspension loop at one end. 11".
Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer April, 1959. Another piece from this collection was dated by the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory to 120 AD with a probable range of 80 AD - 160 AD. This was done using an innovative technique which measures the carbon isotope ratio of the trace carbon in the iron. This carbon comes from the wood used in the production of the iron which must be of essentially the same age as the tool itself. Results published in the journal, Radiocarbon, Summer 2001.
12983. JALISCO NUDE FEMALE. West Mexico, c. 300 AD. The figure standing with open arms and wearing only a high cap. 6 x 10 inches. Small chips to right toe and right ear, otherwise intact. Back view. Side view.
Provenance: Purchased from a well known US antiquities dealer in the 1990's several years prior to the effective date of the MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) that restricts subsequent import into the US.
9268. SEXY LARGE JALISCO NUDE. West Mexico, c. 300 AD. The lady standing nude wearing nothing but a wide hat which falls over her neck in the back. 6 x 10 inches. Insignificant chips to toe and ear, otherwise intact. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer November, 1959.
LARGE HAND TINTED DOUBLE PAGE CITY VIEW OF CHESTER ENGLAND 10989. THE SOUTH WEST PROSPECT OF THE CITY OF CHESTER (England). Hand tinted Engraving dated 1728. With text below describing the city as the location of Julius Caesar and Claudius Caesar's encampments and the main landmarks of the city keyed to the city view. 10 x 27 inches on an 18 x 33 inch double page foldout. Somewhat dog eared around the edges with splits in the fold but the image area itself in generally nice condition. The engraving with very fine detail and excellent artwork.
Provenance: A private Midwestern collection, acquired in the 1980's from an American book dealer.
9459. DOMITIAN AND DOMITIA, AE22 Assarion of Cilicia, Anazarbus. Laur. hd. Domitian r./Bust Domitia l. VF. Very rare. Nice patina. Nicely executed and clear portrait of Domitia, the wife of Domitian. Better than photo.
10806. CAIUS AND LUCIUS, Caesars 20 BC-AD 4 and 17 BC-AD 2., Lydia, Nicaea. AE (18mm, 2.74 g, 12h). Aratus, grammateus. Jugate bare heads right of Caius and Lucius Caesars / Draped Demos standing left, extending right hand. RPC I 2564; SNG Copenhagen 105-106 (Cilbiani Inferiores); SNG von Aulock -. Fine, black patina.
11202. SALONINUS, 258-260. Antoninianus, Samosata, Antioch mint. Saloninus 46. Reverse: Spes Publica. Near EF.
10466. THEODORA, second wife of Constantius I Chlorus. AE16, Constantinople mint. Her draped bust right, hair bound up in elaborate bun. Reverse: PIETAS - ROMANA, empress standing as Pietas with a child in her arms. CONST in exergue. RIC 56v, Cohen 4v. Near VF. An example with an especially elegant and interesting hair style. Scarce, and considerably better than photo.
10054. ANTIQUE TIBETAN WOOD BLOCK PRINT. Purchased by the current owner in the early 1970s. Wood block print of a Tibetan deity holding a dorje and other religious ritual implements with human heads. The print 11 x 14 inches centered on a 21 x 24 inch rice paper. The paper is all the same color not showing the shadows on the photo and the ink of the print is blacker and considerably more distinct than shown. Good condition, slightly wrinkled but wrinkles can be easily pressed out. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased at Berman's Auction, NJ in the early 2000's.
8000. ELEGANT HELLENISTIC PIRIFORM ARYBALLOS, c. 3rd-2nd century BC. 5.25 inches. Free standing. A beautiful little piece in excellent intact condition. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a North Eastern antiquities dealer October, 2004.
11676. EGYPTIAN BRONZE BES. 1st millennium BC. 8 cm. Good detail. Back view. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early part of the 20th century. Brought to the US with the family in 1954.
11236. COMMODUS AND ANNIUS VERUS, (son of Marcus Aurelius and Faustina Jr.) Cilicia, Tarsus mint. Caesars, AD 166-169/70 and AD 166-177. AE (17mm, 3.28 g, 12h). Bust of Commodus left, vis-a-vis bust of Annius right, each bareheaded and draped; caduceus between / Decastyle temple with eagle in pediment. SNG France 1457; SNG Levante 1018. Fine, brown patina, light roughness. Scarce. Good portrait of Annius Verus. Though the bust on the right is traditionally attributed to Annius Verus that seems improbable since Annius died age 7 and the bust on the right seems at least a teenager, possibly even older. Thus it is possibly a depiction of someone else. It would help to know when this coin was issued which I haven't found yet. Thus the identity of the person on the right seems unresolved to me. On the other hand perhaps it's only a stylistic issue since its a provincial issue far removed from Rome and the legend clearly identifies the two as Caesars.
DEALER LOT OF 42 ANCIENT OIL LAMPS $25 APIECE = $1000
11603. ASSORTED ANCIENT OIL LAMPS, Assorted Hellenistic, Holy Land, Herodian, Roman and Byzantine period lamps. Filled with olive oil with a wick in the front hole, these were the standard source of lighting for all ancient households. Size averages 3-4 inches. These sell for up to $250 elsewhere. Your pick. Specify row and number from left of the lamp(s) you wish to order. Bottom views. X indicates the piece is SOLD. Provenance: Imported into the US c. 2004. Stopped, inspected and cleared by US customs. Thus legally in the United States.
10980. Engraving OF ANCIENT SEALS. c. 1700's. 9.5 x 13.5 inches. High quality engraving in excellent condition with couple of small foxing spots at top.
8912. MACEDON, AUTONOMOUS ISSUE UNDER PERSEUS, 179-168 BC. AR 2 1/2 Obol, 1.66 gm., Gaebler.122. Macedonian shield with spiral star at center/Prow r. VF. Scarce.
3 NEOLITHIC EUROPEAN STONE ARTIFACTS $80
8932. EUROPEAN NEOLITHIC GRINDING STONE. Black Sea area, 10th-8th millennium BC. The grinding stone of discoidal form with wear from use on the bottom surface. 1.6 x 3.2 inches. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased in the US from an antiquities dealer in November, 1959. Previously in a European collection.
8521. EUROPEAN NEOLITHIC AGE POLISHED STONE EGG. Central Europe, 10th-8th millennium BC. Polished stone pebble with 2 shallow drill holes and impact fracture found in an archaeological context. 1.25 x 1.5 inches. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased in the US from an antiquities dealer in November, 1959. Previously in a European collection.
8522. EUROPEAN NEOLITHIC AGE POLISHED STONE EGG. Central Europe, 10th-8th millennium BC. Polished quartzite pebble of nearly perfectly circular cross section found in an archaeological context. 1.25 inches diameter. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased in the US from an antiquities dealer in November, 1959. Previously in a European collection.
11138. BRITANNICUS, AD 41-55, son of Claudius. Ionia, Smyrna. AD 41-55. AE (15mm, 3.70 g, 6h). Philistos and Eikadios, magistrates. Struck circa AD 50-54. Bareheaded and draped bust right / Nike advancing right, carrying trophy over shoulder. Klose Type XXXI; RPC I 2476 (Nero as Caesar, under Claudius); SNG Copenhagen 1351; SNG von Aulock 7995. VF, earthen green patina, minor roughness. Attractive for the issue. Provenance: From the Patrick H. C. Tan Collection.
9878. SIZABLE EARLY INDIAN SANDSTONE HEAD, c. 10th century AD. Nice detail and condition. 5.5 x 6 inches. On custom stand. An impressive symmetrical piece. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer May, 2001.
6386. JEWELED BYZANTINE IVORY CRUCIFORM ORNAMENT, c. 4th-8th century AD. The cross formed ornament inlaid with red and green glass? jewels. 4 inches. Chips to top and bottom. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer October, 2001.
6529. CARIA, TABAI, 2nd century BC. AR Drachm, Hd.531. 17 x 20 mm. 2.48 gm. Hd. Hercules r./Statue of Artemis of Ephesos. F+. Old cabinet toning. Rare.
7004. A LARGE CHORRERA CYLINDER OR KERO WITH MOLDED WARRIOR. Transitional Chorrera Bahia, c. 500 BC. The cylinder of excellent burnished color with a high relief warrior in bas relief wearing loincloth and holding a large war club. The body of the cylinder with incised designs. 6 x 6.5". Repaired from several large shards otherwise a choice and rare piece. Another view. Another view. Another view. Another view. Another view. Another view. Provenance: From a large New Jersey collection. Purchased by the current owner from a well known and respected Manhattan antiquities dealer in the 1990's several years prior to the effective date of the MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) that restricts subsequent import into the US.
6570. L. Malleolus C.F., 96BC. Denarius, Cr.335/3b. Hd. Mars r., hammer abv./Naked warrior stg, cuirass, prow, trophy. VF+. Better than photo.
9524. EARLY BRONZE AGE BOWL FROM THE HOLY LAND, Large slipped bowl with wavy handles, Early Bronze I, c. 3300Ð3000 BC. The red ware bowl of hemispheric form with flattened base, two small tab handles and two sets of six small knob projections on the shoulder. 4 x 7 inches. Considerable surface abrasion primarily to the interior, intact but weakened. Rare.
11601. EGYPTIAN MUMMY MASK CROWN, 1st millennium BC. 9 h x 5.5 w inches. Gesso on linen. Interior.
Provenance: Imported into the US c. 2004. Stopped, inspected and cleared by US customs. Thus legally in the United States.
9744. A ROMAN BRONZE BIRD FINIAL, c. 1st-3rd century AD. 1.25 x 1.5 inches. A high quality rendering with nice engraved detail. Likely the terminal of a lady's hair or cloak ornament. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer May, 2001.
9266. JALISCO STANDING FEMALE. West Mexico, c. 300 AD. The female figure standing nude wearing a wide hat which falls over her neck, added details in white accentuating the breasts and body. 4.3 x 7 inches. Generally nice condition. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer November, 1959.
EARLY CELTIC EUROPEAN MONEY 8510. CELTIC VOTIVE SICKLE. Central Europe, Early-1st millennium BC. It is thought these non functional sickles may have been used prior to coins as a form of currency in Europe. 4.25 inches. An excellent example of these rare pieces.
9556. ELEGANT HOLY LAND SPINDLE AMPHORA. Hasmonean Period, 167-37 BC. The tall thin red ware vessel with wide rim. 6.75 inches. Excellent intact example. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer January, 2000.
9247. CHANCAY BICHROME FIGURE. Peru, c. 800-1200 AD. The standing male figure with outstretched arms and high wide hat. 4.5 x 7.5 inches. Museum number on back. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer November, 1959.
10719. ANCIENT NEAR EASTERN POTTERY VESSEL (Middle center). Juglet with carination. NW Iran, late 2nd or early 1st millennium BC. 3"h x 3"dia. A little roughness one side but intact. Provenance: The Arthur M. Sackler collection. Collected in the 1970's or earlier. Possibly published in one of the dozen or so books documenting the Sackler collection. Reverse.
8394. BACCHUS, 20th century. Oil on panel, unsigned. Expressionist portrait of the ancient God of the vine and merriment holding grapes and wine cup and wreathed with grapes. Nicely done with the God depicted as a post-Classical figure. 26 x 29.5" in frame. Excellent condition. Provenance: A private North Eastern collection. Acquired at Berman's Auction House, NJ, April, 1999.
6150. RARE GEOMETRIC PERIOD ANIMAL HEAD. Eastern European, c. 3000 BC. The animal head projecting from the side of a large vessel shard. Shard 3.5 x 5 inches. Rare geometric style animal representation. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer September, 2001.
7374. RARE ROMAN TERRA COTTA FIGURE OF A PIG. c. 1st-2nd century AD. The pig with eyes and mouth incised. 2.5 inches. Very Rare depiction as ancient pigs are almost never depicted. Free standing. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early part of the 20th century. Brought to the US with the family in 1954.
8797. A CHING DYNASTY BLUE AND WHITE GINGER JAR. c. 18th century. Large blue and white jar with lucky characters. 8.3".
9238. NARINO POLYCHROME KERO. Colombia, Capuli Complex, 850-1500 AD. The exterior of the beaker with painted geometric designs. 4.2 inches. Fine lines in rim. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer November, 1959.
7518. FINE LARGE GRAND TOUR GLASS INTAGLIO OF A EUROPEAN NOBLEMAN, c. 18th-19th century. Opaque black glass intaglio with the head of a man, likely a European king or nobility. 1 7/8" x 1 3/8" x 1/4". Very fine engraving. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased at Berman's Auction, NJ September, 2002.
7520. UNFINISHED FINE GRAND TOUR GLASS INTAGLIO, c. 18th-19th century. Clear glass Roman style intaglio with the head of a Roman empress. Edges unfinished. 1 1/4" x 1 1/8" x 1 1/4". The white area at 7:00 is an old white paper tag on the bottom showing through. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased at Berman's Auction, NJ September, 2002.
8950. AN EGYPTIAN FAIENCE EYE OF HORUS AMULET, ca. 1st millennium BC. As pictured. Between 12-27 mm. Email for exact size. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early part of the 20th century. Brought to the US with the family in 1954.
8954. AN EGYPTIAN FAIENCE EYE OF HORUS AMULET, c. 1st millennium BC. As pictured. 1 inch. The applied pupil a little irregular but can be rounded if desired. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early 20th century by descent. Brought to the US in 1954 with the family.
8948. RARE TYPE EGYPTIAN FAIENCE AMULET, c. 1st millennium BC. This one an apparently unlisted type and thus a very rare type. 33 mm. Intact in original form with horizontal suspension hole across top. Beautiful low porosity aqua faience with some iridescence. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early part of the 20th century. Brought to the US with the family in 1954.
7264. AN ITALIAN MILITARY BRONZE COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL, World War I? 32 mm. Provenance: Purchased at the Clifton, NJ coin show September, 2002.
7417. LATE ROMAN BYZANTINE MINIATURE GLASS BOTTLE, c. 3th-5th century AD. Transparent glass with thickened rim. 1.5 inches. These miniature vessels are quite rare. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist. Imported into the US in 1954.
10718. ANCIENT NEAR EASTERN POTTERY VESSEL (Middle left). Small storage vessel? Early 1st millennium BC. 2.5"h x 3.25"dia. Provenance: The Arthur M. Sackler collection. Collected in the 1970's or earlier. Possibly published in one of the dozen or so books documenting the Sackler collection. Reverse.
6199. GANDHARA STUCCO LION HEAD, c. 3rd-4th century AD. The head with expressive face with good detail. 2.5 x 3 inches. Can be further cleaned of loose soil.
6198. GANDHARA STUCCO LION HEAD, c. 3rd-4th century AD. The head with expressive face with good detail and tongue hanging out. 2.5 x 2.5 inches. Can be further cleaned of loose soil.
9595. SYRIAN BRONZE CLOAK PIN. c. 2nd millennium BC. The cloak pin with central attachment hole and knobbed head. 7.7 inches. These pins were used to fasten and ornament garments and also doubled as weapons for personal protection. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer October, 2000.
9596. SYRIAN BRONZE CLOAK PIN. c. 2nd millennium BC. The cloak pin with central attachment hole and knobbed head. 7.6 inches. These pins were used to fasten and ornament garments and also doubled as weapons for personal protection. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer October, 2000.
9592. EARLY SYRIAN BRONZE CLOAK PIN. c. 3rd millennium BC. The cloak pin with flat beaten disk and curled head but without a central attachment hole. 8.25 inches. These pins were used to fasten and ornament garments and also doubled as weapons for personal protection. A very early example. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer October, 2000.
9520. SCARCE EARLY IRANIAN RHYTON, ca. 1200-800 BC. The large drinking cup terminating in an bull's head. 4.5 x 9.25 inches. Chips and repair to reverse rim and horns. Pictured upside down to show animal head. Rare. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer January, 2000.
IRIS NEVINS - IN THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART 10027B. IRIS NEVINS ORIGINAL HAND MARBLED FLOWER, Late 20th century. Creative use of the traditional book marbling technique to produce the image of an exotic flower on a marbled background. 11 x 14 inches. Iris Nevins is an internationally known marbler with works in the Metropolitan Museum.
Provenance: A private NJ collection. Gift of Iris Nevins.
8500. EUROPEAN BRONZE - IRON AGE DIPPER CUP. Central Europe, 3rd-1st millennium BC. Large shallow dipper cup with a single handle. The classic central hemispherical protrusion in the base. Very rare. 2 x 4.75 inches.
8824. CUTE JAMACOQUE PAN PIPER, c. 500 AD. The high status male figure wearing a crested headdress and ear spools and playing a pan pipe which he holds to his mouth with both hands. Traces of polychrome remaining on the pipes and elsewhere. 3.3". Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer June, 1959.
13019. EGYPTIAN CARTONNAGE PECTORAL. Egypt, Late Period, mid 1st millennium BC. 12.5 x 9 inches. Consisting of several mating fragments with painted gesso designs, Horus falcons at the top, an amulet with hieroglyphs depicted hanging from the neck.
Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early part of the 20th century. Brought to the US with the family in 1954.
9033. EXCEPTIONAL GREEK FIGURAL TRANSPORT AMPHORA HANDLE. Probably Rhodes, c. 3rd-2nd century BC. With rectangular stamp containing a caduceus, the symbol of Hermes, the God of merchants, and a legible Greek inscription. 3 inches. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a North Eastern antiquities dealer August, 1999.
7416. LATE ROMAN BYZANTINE MINIATURE GLASS BOTTLE, c. 3th-5th century AD. Pale green glass with rolled rim. 1.2 inches. These miniature vessels are quite rare. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist. Imported into the US in 1954.
9562. SASSY LARGE SINU NUDE GIRL. Colombia, c. 600-1200 AD. The female fertility figure with typical wide thighs and head and arms to hips. 7.75 inches. Minor chips. See Labbe, Colombia Before Columbus, #93 and back cover for the general type. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer July, 2000.
7225. EARLY JAVANESE SACRED MANUSCRIPT LEAF, c. 7th-8th century. Written in small precise characters both sides on palm leaf. Minor bend hairlines. Translation appreciated. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer August, 2002.
8144. BEAUTIFUL RARE ROMANO BRITISH INLAID ENAMEL BROOCH, c. 3rd-4th century AD. The brooch of circular form with 6 small circles on the perimeter, all inlaid with blue, white and yellow enamels. Pin missing as usual. 1.3 inches. Most of the enamel remaining. Provenance: A private American collection. Acquired at the Greg Manning Galleries Autumn, 2004 auction of the Joseph Ternbach collection in New Jersey. The Ternbach collection was formed over many years during the mid 20th century. Joseph Ternbach was a well known 20th century antiquities scholar, restorer and collector.
8145. BEAUTIFUL RARE ORNATE ROMANO BRITISH INLAID ENAMEL BROOCH, c. 3rd-4th century AD. The brooch of rhomboid form with decorative terminals, inlaid with white and yellow enamels. Pin frozen but intact. 1.9 inches. Most of tshe enamel remaining. Provenance: A private American collection. Acquired at the Greg Manning Galleries Autumn, 2004 auction of the Joseph Ternbach collection in New Jersey. The Ternbach collection was formed over many years during the mid 20th century. Joseph Ternbach was a well known 20th century antiquities scholar, restorer and collector.
8232. RARE IBERIAN BRONZE FELINE, c. 5th-4th century BC. The panther with remains of gilding. 1.8". Rare. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from an American dealer in April, 1959.
7977. ARCHAIC GREEK GODDESS, c. 6th century BC. Wearing high polos. 11 x 7.5 cm. Rare with good features.
9599. SYRIAN BRONZE CALF HEAD, ca. 5th-3rd century BC. The head with pierced ears for earrings and attachment tenon at rear. 1.2 inches. Reminiscent of the Golden Calf worshiped in the Bible! Provenance: Ex Joseph Ternbach collection.
7346. EARLY ISLAMIC GLAZED PEDESTAL DISH, c. 7th-12th century AD. On low base with turquoise and black design largely overlaid with silvery patina. 1.5 x 4.25 inches. Excellent condition. Scarce. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer August, 2002.
9319. ORIGINAL JAPANESE FLOWER PAINTING ON SILK, c. early 20th century. The painting of camelias and cherry blossoms, signed in calligraphy and seal stamped. 9.5 x 12 in nice gold leaf frame. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased at Bermans Auction, NJ August, 1959.
6063. MACEDON, ALEXANDER III, THE GREAT, 336-323 BC. AR Drachm. Bust young Herakles r./Zeus enthroned with eagle and scepter. VF. Considerably better than photo.
7385. RARE THOERIS GODDESS OF CHILDBIRTH. Egypt, 1st millennium BC. Fine style depiction of the hippo-headed goddess standing holding her pregnant belly. Thoeris, the hippo goddess was the protectress of women in childbirth. 1.25 x 1.5 inches. Remains of white pigment. Rare and nice. An excellent style piece, considerably better than photo. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early 20th century by descent. Brought to the US in 1954 with the family.
9836. ILLUMINATED PERSIAN MINIATURE LEAF, c. 17th-18th century. Hunting scene with nobles on horseback chasing deer and lions, a lion attacking an elephant, the verso covered with calligraphy. 3.5 x 5.5 inches. Englargement. Verso calligraphy. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner at a New Jersey estate auction in the 1950's.
9837. ILLUMINATED PERSIAN MINIATURE LEAF, c. 17th-18th century. Scene of women offering water to nobles at a well, the verso covered with calligraphy. 3.5 x 5.5 inches. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner at a New Jersey estate auction in the 1950's. Englargement. Verso calligraphy. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner at a New Jersey estate auction in the 1950's.
9713. BETTER ROMAN TERRA COTTA OIL LAMP, c. 1st-3rd century AD. The lamp with sub-volute spout and grape vine designs on the discus. 3.8 inches. A rarer Near Eastern type. Nice condition. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer January, 2000.
7213. RARE & ORNATE THRACIAN BRONZE VOTIVE IMPLEMENT. c. 2nd century BC/AD. The implement with ring at one end and bird at the other, most likely used for votive sacred ceremonial purposes. A choice intact example. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a North Eastern antiquities dealer August, 2002.
13049. 6 ANCIENT STONE BEADS. c. 2nd-1st millennium BC. Carved and polished in hard grey and green stone. 4.5 x 0.75 inches. On flax cord.
Provenance: A private NJ collection.
13056. EARLY INDIAN STONE HEAD, c. 4th century AD. The head of a nobleman with tall ornate crown and elongated earlobes. 5 x 3.5 x 3 inches. Side view. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner from a New Jersey collection in the 1990's, previously from the European market via an established dealer.
7177. FRANCE, GOLD, 5 FRANCS. Emperor Napoleon III, 1864. VF. Better than photo.
7917. THESSALY, LARISSA, 460-400 BC. AR Trihemiobol, Sear 2109. Horseman pacing r., holding 2 spears/LARISSA, nymph Larissa std. r., holding patera, l. hand raised, all within incuse square. F+. Scarce. A beautiful highly evocative classical scene.
10279. THESSALY. PELINNA. Circa 400-350 BC. AR Drachm (18mm - 5.82 g). Horseman riding right, holding lance / Warrior stepping left onto platform, looking right, holding shield and wearing sword, preparing to throw javelin right; all in incuse square. SNG Copenhagen -; BMC 4/3 (obverse of 4/reverse of 3). VF. Very Rare.
9422. SICILY, LEONTINI, ca. 475-470. AR Didrachm, Sear 826. Naked youth cantering horse to r./Lion's hd. r., four corn grains around. F+. Rare. Inexpensive example of this desirable coin.
7881. SICILY, AITNA, c. 405-401 BC. AE16. Female hd. r./Horse galloping r. EF. Rare city.
8903. LUCANIA, METAPONTUM, 330-300 BC. AR Nomos, Sear 416v. Hd. Demeter l. of fine style/Barley ear, griffin to the left. AEF.
8558. THRACE, MARONEIA, after 148 BC. AE26, SNG Copenhagen 643. Head of young Dionysis wreathed with ivy r., his long hair drawn up into a swirl behind/Dionysis stg. naked l. holding grape bunch. VF. Nice obverse head of Dionysos with excellent patina.
8639. ARTUQUIDS OF MARDIN, HOSAM AL-DIN YULUK ARSLAN, 1184-1201. AE Dirhem, Spengler/Sayles 33. Diademed Turkish male bust facing/Legend partly within six sided star. AVF.
8641. ARTUQUIDS OF MARDIN, NASIR AL-DIN ARTUQ ARSLAN, 1201-1239 AD. AE Dirhem, Spengler/Sayles 38.2. Centaur r., representing the astrological sign Sagittarius, shooting bow back to l./Legend. F+.
8643. ARTUQUIDS OF MARDIN, NASIR AL-DIN ARTUQ ARSLAN, 1201-1239 AD. AE Dirhem, Spengler/Sayles 47. Facing bust representing the Sun/Legend. VF.
8645. ZENGID ATABEGS OF MOSUL, SAIF AL-DIN GHAZI II, 1170-1180. AE Dirhem, Spengler/Sayles 61. Large male head l. wearing crested helmet with kalima before/Legend. F+. Scarce.
6879. BEAUTIFUL ROMAN GLASS BOTTLE WITH SILVER BLUE IRIDESCENCE, c. 1st-3rd century. With globular body & wide everted rim. Intact with appealing light silvery blue iridescence. 2 x 2". Other side. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer February, 1959.
8796. A CHING DYNASTY BLUE AND WHITE GINGER JAR. c. 18th century. Large blue and white jar with lucky characters with original lid. 8 x 9.1 inches.
8348. A CHING DYNASTY BLUE AND WHITE GINGER JAR. c. 18th century. Large blue and white jar with characters. 8.5".
6713. A MESOPOTAMIAN GABLED SEAL, 4th millennium BC. Of circular form engraved with inverted gazelles. Original suspension hole. 22 mm. Would make a unique pendant!
8228. FINE STYLE PTOLEMAIC HEAD OF HARPOCRATES. Egypt, ca. 3rd-1st century BC. The God wearing a prince's side-lock, his finger to his mouth in the customary pose. 2". Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early 20th century by descent. Brought to the US in 1954 with the family.
7414. RARE LATE ROMAN-BYZANTINE MINIATURE GLASS VIAL, c. 3th-5th century AD. Transparent glass with wide rolled rim. 2+ inches. These miniature vessels are quite rare and were used for rare essences or perhaps even poison as they could be easily concealed in clothing. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early part of the 20th century. Brought to the US with the family in 1954.
11688. SMALL MAYAN BURNISHED RED WARE BOTTLE. c. 6th-8th century AD. 2.75 x 2.75 inches. Intact with beautiful red glaze. Reverse view. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer November, 1959.
SILVER RIDER WEARING CHAIN MAIL 11665. MIGRATION PERIOD SILVER EQUESTRIAN BROOCH. Hungary, 6th-10th century AD. The silver brooch in the form of a horse and rider with incised details representing chain mail, remains of iron pin attachment on back. 24 x 29 mm. The front foreleg lost. Rare Migration Period ornament. Back side.
Provenance: From the American estate of an old Hungarian collection formed in the 1960's.
PUBLISHED IN 'ORIENTAL ANTIQUES AND ART' 8781. LARGE HAN DYNASTY MUSICIAN, 207 BC - 220 AD. The male figure wearing a long sleeved robe and high hat with one hands on his thighs, head tilted back in song. 14.5 inches. Some wear and age cracks to base but a nice large example. Front view. Left side. Back.
Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer January, 2000. Published 2001 in Oriental Antiques & Art, An Identification and Price Guide, 2nd Edition by Mark Moran & Sandra Andacht, page 132.
9710. RARE ROMAN OIL LAMP WITH A CRAB, c. 1st-2nd century AD. The lamp with volute spout, a crab on the discus. 3.7 inches. Maker's mark on bottom. A rare depiction. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer January, 2000.
HEAR AN ACTUAL SOUND FROM ANCIENT ROMAN TIMES! 6265. RARE ANCIENT ROMAN BRONZE BELL. Roman Period. Generally nice condition with clear tone. Iron clapper missing. 2+ inches.
Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer October, 2001.
7426. BYZANTINE SMALL GLASS AMPHORA, c. 4th-6th century AD. The vessel of fairly thick transparent glass. 2.25 inches. Interesting surface laminations. Provenance: The collection of a prominent Egyptologist by descent assembled in the early part of the 20th century and brought to the US in 1954 with the family.
7391. NICE QUALITY EGYPTIAN BRONZE SEKMET, 1st millennium BC. The lion headed protective goddess seated with left leg bent wearing crown and pharaonic headdress, large mounting tenon below. Excellent patina. 2.5 inches. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early 20th century by descent. Brought to the US in 1954 with the family.
9553. FINE FABRIC HOLY LAND DOUBLE HANDLED CUP. Persian Period, 586-332 BC. The vessel very finely made with precise very thin walls, the bottom decorated with four bands of fine hatch marks. 2.25 x 4.5 inches. Choice example. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer January, 2000.
4 LARGE EARLY ISLAMIC WOOD BLOCKS FOR $150
7530. LARGE HAND CARVED ISLAMIC WOOD BLOCK, c. 16th century. With deeply carved floral & geometric devices including what appears to be a couple of Arabic letters, carved handholds on the reverse. Considerable remains of red pigment adhering. 4.5 x 7.5 x 2.25 inches. An interesting and rarely offered Islamic artifact. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early part of the 20th century. Brought to the US with the family in 1954.
7464. LARGE HAND CARVED ISLAMIC WOOD BLOCK, c. 16th century. With deeply carved floral designs and carved handholds on the rv. Considerable remains of pigment. 4 x 7 x 1.5 inches. An interesting and rarely offered Islamic artifact. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early part of the 20th century. Brought to the US with the family in 1954.
7466. LARGE HAND CARVED ISLAMIC WOOD BLOCK, c. 16th century. With deeply carved floral & geometric devices, carved handholds on the reverse. Considerable remains of green pigment. 4 x 7 x 2.25 inches. An interesting and rarely offered Islamic artifact. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early part of the 20th century. Brought to the US with the family in 1954.
7467. LARGE HAND CARVED ISLAMIC WOOD BLOCK, c. 16th century. With deeply carved floral & geometric devices, carved handholds on the reverse. Considerable remains of green pigment. 4 x 5.5 x 2.5 inches. An interesting and rarely offered Islamic artifact. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early part of the 20th century. Brought to the US with the family in 1954.
8017. RARE GREEK TERRA COTTA LOOM WEIGHT WITH INSCRIPTION, c. 6th-3rd century BC. Of truncated pyramidal form with suspension loop, IOTA & OMEGA stamped on the side. 2 inches. Very rare early Greek weaving artifact. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a North Eastern antiquities dealer October, 2004.
8127. EXPRESSIVE GREEK BRONZE APHRODITE, c. 3rd-1st century BC. The finely modeled goddess nude and modestly holding her gown to her breasts, her hair drawn up in a chignon behind. This charming small figure once ornamented the head of a fine brooch or cloak pin and was surely worn by a high class lady. 27 mm. Rare and a wonderful example of the skill of Greek jewelry makers. Likely better detail under deposits. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a North Eastern antiquities dealer October, 2004.
9706. CHOICE ROMAN FIGURAL OIL LAMP, c. 1st-2nd century AD. The lamp with a high profile goat nibbling grapes from a vine on the discus. 3.1 inches. Maker's signature DI with rosette on bottom. Sharp excellent intact example. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer January, 2000.
7639. RARE EARLY GREEK OIL LAMP, c. 5th-4th century BC. The circular lamp with narrower central opening. 2 inches. Rare early type from Sicily. One of the earliest Greek oil lamp types. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a North Eastern antiquities dealer December, 2002.
8512. ORNATE EUROPEAN BRONZE - IRON AGE BRONZE CLOAK PIN. Central Europe, 3rd-1st millennium BC. 5.25 inches.
3 RARE EUROPEAN IRON AGE CLOAK PINS $100
8514. RARE EUROPEAN BRONZE - IRON AGE BRONZE CLOAK PIN. Central Europe, 3rd-1st millennium BC. 3.5 inches. These cloak pins were also used as close quarters self defense by girls and women. Much rarer than the usual Near Eastern variety. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased in the US from an antiquities dealer in November, 1999. Previously in a private Hungarian collection.
8513. RARE EUROPEAN BRONZE - IRON AGE BRONZE CLOAK PIN. Central Europe, 3rd-1st millennium BC. 4.25 inches. These cloak pins were also used as close quarters self defense by girls and women. Much rarer than the usual Near Eastern variety. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased in the US from an antiquities dealer in November, 1999. Previously in a private Hungarian collection.
8515. RARE EUROPEAN BRONZE - IRON AGE BRONZE CLOAK PIN. Central Europe, 3rd-1st millennium BC. 3.25 inches. These cloak pins were also used as close quarters self defense by girls and women. Much rarer than the usual Near Eastern variety. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased in the US from an antiquities dealer in November, 1999. Previously in a private Hungarian collection.
9566. CYPRIOT POLYCHROME PILGRIM FLASK, c. 1200-900 BC. The double handled flask with concentric rings of red and black. 6.75 inches. A nice large example with excellent color. Neck newly repaired not shown. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer January, 2000.
9280. LARGE MAYAN CHIEF'S BOWL, c. 600-800 AD. The bowl with a band of seated chiefs encircling the sides, suns and posts below, all done in red, black and orange. 4 x 8.75 inches. Intact, the paint in nice condition color better than image. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer November, 1959.
11350. SELEUKID KINGS OF SYRIA, ANTIOCHOS HIERAX, 246-227 BC. AR Tetradrachm (29mm, 16.79 g). Diademed head right / Apollo Delphios seated left on omphlos; monograms in outer fields. SC 379.5a; HGC 9, 128g. VF, lightly toned. A scarcer Seleukid ruler.
11255. CHOICE PERSIA, ACHAEMENID KINGS. 375-340 BC, Siglos, 15 mm, 5.52 g. Obv: Kneeling running king with bow and dagger, Rx: Irregular incuse. Good VF. Well centered on flan. Much better than usual example.
7712. CILICIA, TARSOS, MAZALOS Satrap, ca. 361-334 BC. AR Stater, 22 mm, 10.54 g. Sear 5649. Baal of Tarsos std. l./Lion on stag. VF. test cut above lion. Obverse much better than photo.
9386. MACEDON, SKIONE, 480-424 BC. AR Tetrobol, Born 1528, Sear_. Young male hd. of hero r./Human eye within incuse. VF. Rare.
9375. LUCANIA, METAPONTUM. AR Obol, Noe 365.1. Hd. Herakles r./Grainear. VF. Scarce.
10266. SPAIN, CASTULO, 1st c. BC. AE Semis, Burgos 562. 2nd Century BC. Laureate male head to the right. / Bull standing right. Weight: 13.00 gm. diameter: 24 mm. Significantly better than photo, especially the obverse head. Nice contrasting patina.
4944. SICILY, KEPHALOIDION. 305-280 B.C. Calciati, vol I, pag. 371, n°3., AE12x16. Hd. Heracles in lionskin r./Pegasos r. VF. Rare. Provenance: The Thomas Virzi collection, 1907.
4933. SICILY, MAMERTINI, 200-35 BC. AE22 Tetras. Laureate head of Apollo right; tripod behind / Nike standing left, holding wreath and palm; three vertical rods to left. CNS 46; SNG ANS 455-5 var. (plectrum behind head). VF. Rare. Provenance: The Thomas Virzi collection, 1907.
8910. SICILY, SYRACUSE, 344-336 BC. AE Litra, Sear 1189. Hd Athena l./Starfish, 2 dolphins. AVF. Nice patina.
4057. SICILY, SYRACUSE, UNDER ROMAN RULE, after 212 BC. AE23, Copenhagen 900. Hd. Zeus laur. l./Biga driven by Nike r., crescent above. VF. Rare. Provenance: The Thomas Virzi collection, 1907.
4058. SICILY, SYRACUSE, UNDER ROMAN RULE, after 212 BC. AE15, Copenhagen 913. Hd. Persephone r./SURAKOSION within barley wreath. VF. Rare. Provenance: The Thomas Virzi collection, 1907.
6542. ARGOLIS, ARGOS AE13. Large A/Eight pointed star. VF+. Very rare. Provenance: Ex BCD Collection.
10455. ARGOLIS, ARGOS AE11. Wolf's head left. Reverse: Large A, helmet facing left. VF. Rare. Ex BCD collection.
10581. MEGARIS, MEGARA, 270-250 BC. AE12, 1.55 gm. Kroll-Walker 217. MEGA above prow. Reverse: Tripod with dolphins beside it. VF. Ex BCD collection.
10584. MEGARIS, MEGARA, 307-243 BC. AE13, BMC PlXXI, 9. Laureate head of Apollo right. Reverse: MEG within laurel wreath. VF. Ex BCD collection.
10586. MEGARIS, MEGARA, after 146 BC. AE14. Laureate head right. Reverse: M tripod E. VF. BMC Attica Pl XXI, 16. Ex BCD collection.
10587. MEGARIS, MEGARA, 307-243 BC. AE14, 2.70 gm. BMC 30 variant (unpublished). Prow with MEG below. Reverse: dolphins either side of tripod. VF. Ex BCD collection.
4963. THRACE, LYSIMACHIA, c. 309-220 BC. AE15. Lindgren 873 var (legend arrangement). Lion head right. Reverse: ΛYΣI above and below grain ear. Good VF. Very rare and likely one of the best examples known. Provenance: The Thomas Virzi collection.
10343. CARIA, MYLASA, EUPOLEMOS, Strategos . 295-280 BC. AE 16mm. Three overlapping Macedonian shields, the outer two with spearheads in the center / EUPO-LEMOU, sword in a sheath; labrys left. SNG Helsinki 223-224; SNG Copenhagen -; BMC Caria pg. 128, 1-3; SNG von Aulock -; Laffaille -. Good VF.
10337. LYCIA, PHASELIS, 4th-3rd century BC. AE16, 4.42 g. Prow of galley right. Stern of galley right. ΦAΣ above, dolphin in left field. Cop 123v, Von Aulock 4429v. VF. Nice example. Scarce. VF.
THE HERO SOLYMOS 10333. PISIDIA, TERMESSOS MAJOR. AE23, Copenhagen 341v. Helmeted portrait bust of the hero Solymos left. Reverse: Solymos seated left. Near VF. Very rare.
9367. JUDAEA, PONTIUS PILATE, 26-36 AD. Lepton, GIC 5622. Three barley ears tied together/Simpulum. VF. Excellent example of this coin struck under the authority of the Roman Procurator who condemned Jesus to the cross.
9513. CLAUDIUS II, 268-270 AD, AE32 of Sagalassus, Psidia, Copenhagen 222. /Large lion stg. l. holding spear in mouth. VF. An interesting type. Somewhat better than photo. Rare.
ENIGMATIC REVERSE 10330. GORDIAN III, 238-244 AD, AE 35 of Tarsus. Van Aulock 6045, BMC 290. Obverse: Radiate draped bust right. Reverse: Two Ciliarch crowns on an altar, the outer decorated with nine busts, the inner with six. SNG France 1677v; cf. SNG Levante 1135v. VF considerably better than photo. A very interesting and unusual type.
The Ciliarch or Cilicarch was the name for the High Priest of Cilicia who presided over provincial temples dedicated to certain emperors. The different busts which decorate the crown represent the various emperors who were honored at each respective temple.
LARGE GOD PAN SEATED 8072. LARGE AE DEPICTING PAN, GALLIENUS, AE34 of Perga, Pamphylia. AVT KAI PO LI GALLIHNO CEB, laureate, draped, cuirassed bust right, I before. PERGAIWN, Pan seated left on rock, holding syrinx and pedum. SNG von Aulock 4721-4722 Obv. pits and some deposits but still a very interesting and rare large depiction of Pan. RARE!
8070. GORDIAN III, 238-244. AE34. Laur. bust r./She wolf suckling Romulus and Remus beneath tree. AVF. Scarce and a nice reverse.
9507. SEVERUS ALEXANDER SHE WOLF SUCKLING ROMULUS AND REMUS, 221-235. AE33 of Antioch. /She wolf suckling Romulus & Remus. Near VF. Scarce. Considerably better than photo.
8202. SEPTIMIUS SEVERUS, 193-211. AE18 of Philippolis, Thrace. Varbanov 1158 (Bc). Bust right./Crossed cornucopias filled with grapes. VF+. Charming type. Scarce. Choice example.
7690. FAUSTINA JR., wife of Marcus Aurelius, AE20 of KIBYRA, PHRYGIA. Bust r./What resembles the depiction of an ancient wooden roller coaster! VF. Rare.
7934. DOMITIAN AS CAESAR, 69-81. AE20. Koinon of Bithynia, Proconsul M. Salvidenus Asprenas, RPC II 614. Obverse: Bare head right; DOMITIANOC KAICAP CEBAC YI. Reverse: EPI M CALOYIDH[NOY ACPRH]N around ANThY / PATOY. The two lines of legend reading 'proconsul' within circular legend. Near VF. Very rare.
9459. DOMITIAN AND DOMITIA PORTRAITS, AE22 Assarion of Cilicia, Anazarbus. Laur. hd. Domitian r./Bust Domitia l. VF. Very rare. Nice patina. Nicely executed and clear portrait of Domitia, the wife of Domitian. Better than photo.
7197. DOMITIA, AE15 of RPC II 945, Thyatira mint, Obverse: ΔOMITIA CEBACTH, draped bust of Domitia right. Reverse: θYATEIPHNΩN, tripod altar. Good F. Scarce. Somewhat better than photo.
9456. RARE CLAUDIUS PROVINCIAL BRONZE, 41-54. AE22 of Cassandrea, Macedon. RPC 1515. Laur. hd l./Hd. Ammon r. AVG countermark on rv. as in RPC. VF. Rare. Excellent patina.
10806. CAIUS AND LUCIUS, Caesars 20 BC-AD 4 and 17 BC-AD 2., Lydia, Nicaea. AE (18mm, 2.74 g, 12h). Aratus, grammateus. Jugate bare heads right of Caius and Lucius Caesars / Draped Demos standing left, extending right hand. RPC I 2564; SNG Copenhagen 105-106 (Cilbiani Inferiores); SNG von Aulock -. Fine, black patina.
6621. HADRIAN, 117-138. AE19 of Egypt. /Modius filled with grain. VF+. Scarce. Choice example with an especially nice rv.
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10133. SEPTIMIUS SEVERUS, 193-211 AD, AR Denarius. SEVERVS PIVS AVG, laureate hd. r. with heavy beard in several long curls. Near EF. Much better than photo.
9476. JULIA MAMAEA, mother of Alexander Severus. Denarius. /Juno std. EF. Better than image.
11352. SEVERUS ALEXANDER, 221-235. AR Denarius (20mm, 2.94 g). Laureate bust right. / Jupiter holding globe of the world right. Near EF. Lightly toned. Slightly mottled surface on reverse not as noticeable as photo.
7693. GETA, 198-212. Denarius, H46/1 /VICTORIAE BRIT, Victory stg l. EF. Scarce and desirable type commemorating victories in Britain 209-211.
7199. CHOICE EXAMPLE: MACEDONIAN KINGS, PERSEUS, 179-168 BC. AE18. Winged helmeted head of the hero Perseus right, harpa to right. Reverse: Eagle with spread wings standing on thunderbolt facing. EF choice example.
7794. SCYTHIAN KINGS, AE23. Hds. of Dioscouri r. /Eagle on thunderbolt r. F+. Scarce.
10471. AUGUSTUS, SPAIN, EMERITA. Divvus Augustus, AE30 (by Tiberius after 14 AD). Rare. Weight: 11.95 g; Size 30 mm. Obverse: DIVVS AVGVSTVS PATER; bare head of Augustus left. Reverse: COL AVGVSTA EMERITA; city-gate of Emerita with twin portals. A seldom seen type from Emerita, this one is a very nice example and is well centered on both sides. Coin has nice glossy black patina. Rare. Condition: Good F/VF. Reference: RPC 32.
8968. MESOPOTAMIAN CYLINDER SEAL, ca. 2nd millennium BC. The black stone seal with a carved scene of two sphinxes. 20 mm. Nice example and condition, small chip to rim not affecting the rollout.
7988. INTRIGUING GREEK LEAD SEAL, c. 3rd-1st century BC. The seal stamped with Gorgon hd. facing/Hound with star above. The stamp repeated with obv/rv reversed beside the first stamp. 1.5 inches. Precise attribution appreciated. Rare. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a North Eastern antiquities dealer October, 2004.
6154. AN INDUS VALLEY TERRACOTTA BULL, c. 2500-1500 BC. Humped bull free-standing on stump feet. One horn restored. 3.5 inches. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer September, 2001.
10479. IONIA, PHOKAIA, Circa 521-478 BC. AR Diobol (9mm, 1.15 g). Archaic head of Athena(?) left / Quadripartite incuse punch. SNG Copenhagen (Vol. 7) 389-94 (Uncertain coins of Greece and Asia Minor); SNG Kayhan 522. VF, obverse slightly off center. From the N.T. Collection. Ex CNG. A wonderful archaic Greek head.
9376. LUCANIA, METAPONTUM. AR Obol, Noe 365.1. Hd. Herakles r./Grainear. VF. Scarce.
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10235. MAXIMIANUS, 286-305. AE Antoninianus, Cyzicus mint, unlisted. His radiate bust right. Reverse: CONCORDIA MILITVM, soldier and emperor supporting Victory together. Near EF. Scarce. Better than photo. From the Elliot-Kent Collection.
10238. MAXIMIANUS, 286-305. AE Antoninianus, Antioch mint, RIC V 371. His radiate bust right. Reverse: IOV ET HERCV CONSER AVGG, soldier and emperor supporting Victory together. EF. Remains of silvering. From the Elliot-Kent Collection.
10408. ALLECTUS, Romano-British Emperor, AD 293-296. Antoninianus. / PAX AVG. VF.
10301. CARAUSIUS, Romano-British Emperor, AD 286-293. Antoninianus (21mm, 3.64 g, 7h). 'C' mint. Radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust right / TEN[P]sic FELIC, Felicitas standing left, holding long caduceus and cornucopia; C. RIC V 418 var. (TEMP FELICIT). Near VF. Ex. CNG electronic auction 243 where it fetched $393. From the J.S. Wagner Collection.
10391. VABALATHUS WITH AURELIAN, AD 270-275. Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust of Vabalathus right, seen from behind / Radiate and cuirassed bust of Aurelian right. Scarce. Struck by Vabalathus in an futile attempt to legitimatize his rule with the emperor Aurelian. Near EF. Better than usual example and significantly better than photo.
10384. TETRICUS I, EF, better than photo with sharp clear name.
10292. VICTORINUS, AD 268 - 270 AE Antoninianus. Obv: IMP C VICTORINVS PF AVG, radiate, draped, cuirassed bust right. Rev: INV-I-CTVS, Sol walking , holding whip, right hand raised, star in left field. RIC V-2 Cologne 114; C 49, Elmer 683; Sear 11170. Diam. 18,40 - 22.37 mm. Weight 2.72 gr. Near EF portrait.
10393. VICTORINUS,
10395. VICTORINUS,
10394. VICTORINUS, Antoninianus. Bold sharp EF portrait. Better than photo. All legends and reverse clear also.
10372. CARINUS, 282-285. EF and much better than photo in the hand. Nearly full silvering. Full legends.
10379. TACITUS, AE22 antoninianus. EF. Near full silvering, well centered with complete sharp legends. Much better than photo.
10462. AURELIAN, 270-275. AE Antoninianus. Obverse: IMP AVRELIANVS AVG - Radiate and cuirassed bust of Aurelian. Reverse: Fortuna seated with cornucopia, wheel below; star T in exergue. VF.
10470. SALONINUS, 258-260. Antoninianus. Reverse: VF with most of silvering.
10385. SALONINA, Antoninianus. EF, nearly fully silvered. Better than photo.
10464. GALLIENUS, 253-268. Antoninianus. Reverse: VBERITAS AVG. EF with full silvering. Much better than photo.
10242. MAXIMIANUS, 286-305. AE Antoninianus. His radiate bust right. Reverse: CONCORDIA MILITVM, soldier and emperor supporting Victory together. EF. Remains of silvering. Minute flan crack nearly invisible in ordinary light.
10243. DIOCLETIAN, 284-305. AE Antoninianus. Reverse: CONCORDIA MILITVM, soldier and emperor supporting Victory together. EF. Considerably better than photo in the hand.
10403. POSTUMUS, antoninianus. Fully silvered EF. Bold fine style portrait and sharp reverse. Considerably better than photo.
10838. SALONINA, AR Antoninianus, 21 mm, 4.36 g. VF. Good metal.
10389. TRAJAN DECIUS, Antoninianus. EF.
10401. PHILIP I, Antoninianus. EF.
10473. CARAUSIUS, Romano-British Emperor, AD 286-293. Antoninianus. Obverse: IMP CARAVSIVS P F AVG, Radiate bust of Carausius right. Reverse: PAX AVG, Pax standing left, holding branch and vertical sceptre, F O in field, ML (mint) in exergue. This coin was found in Germany. It weighs 3.2 grams and is 22 millimeters wide at its widest point. Nice dark brown patina. Exceptionally regular and well centered flan for Carausius. Near VF. Scarce British emperor.
10241. MAXIMIANUS, 286-305. AE Antoninianus. His radiate bust right. Reverse: CONCORDIA MILITVM, soldier and emperor supporting Victory together. EF. Remains of silvering. Small flan crack difficult to see under non raking light.
10236. MAXIMIANUS, 286-305. AE Antoninianus, Cyzicus mint, unlisted. His radiate bust right. Reverse: CONCORDIA MILITVM, soldier and emperor supporting Victory together. EF. Scarce. Better than photo. From the Elliot-Kent Collection.
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10213. CHOICE PROCOPIUS 365-366 AE FOLLIS, Constantinople mint. Obv.: DN PROCOPIVS P F AVG; Draped bust with pearl diadem facing left. Rev.: REPARATIO FEL TEMP; Procopius standing, in military costume, seen frontally, head to the right, holding in the right hand a banner with Christogram, another Christogram (Chi-Ro) in the sky above his left shoulder. In the lower left field, on the ground line, a small object. In exergue CONS A. Good VF with pleasing glossy forest green patina.
10402. CONSTANTIUS GALLUS, Reverse: Legionary soldier spearing enemy horseman. Good VF better than photo.
10840. DECENTIUS, 351-353. AE 20 mm, 5.02 g. Good VF.
10254. CONSTANTINE II, 316-340 AD. AE 3. Laureate head right, CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C. Reverse; Campgate. VF much better than photo.
10247. CONSTANS, 333-350 AD. AE16. His diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right. Reverse: Two Victories holding wreathes. EF. Much much better than photo!
10459. CITY OF CONSTANTINOPLE COMMEMORATIVE, 334-335 A.D. Bronze AE3, RIC VII 241, EF. 18 mm. Obverse: CONSTANTINOPOLIS; Personification of Constantinople's helmeted bust left in imperial cloak and holding scepter across left shoulder. Reverse: Victory standing left, scepter in right hand, left hand resting on grounded shield, right foot on prow. EF with great style and detail.
10460. CITY OF CONSTANTINOPLE COMMEMORATIVE, 334-335 A.D. Bronze AE3, RIC VII 241, EF. mint, 18 mm. Obverse: CONSTANTINOPOLIS; Personification of Constantinople's helmeted bust left in imperial cloak and holding scepter across left shoulder. Reverse: Victory standing left, scepter in right hand, left hand resting on grounded shield, right foot on prow. EF with great style and detail.
10240. CONSTANTIUS I CHLORUS, 293-306. AE26 Follis. Reverse: Genius of Rome standing. Good VF. Much better than photo with considerable silvering.
10466. THEODORA. AE16, Constantinople mint. Her draped bust right, hair bound up in elaborate bun. Reverse: PIETAS - ROMANA, empress standing as Pietas with a child in her arms. CONST in exergue. RIC 56v, Cohen 4v. Near VF. An example with an especially elegant and interesting hair style. Scarce, and considerably better than photo.
10841. MAGNUS MAXIMUS, AD 383-388, AE2 Arelate mint. 23 mm, 4.68 g. DN MAG MAXI-MVS PF AVG; Dr., cuir. and pearl-diademed bust right. REPARATIO REIPVB; In ex: SCON; Emperor, stg. facing, head l., with r. hand raising kneeling turreted female, and holding Victory on globe in l. Good VF.
10256. PROCOPIUS 365-366. AE18. Pearl-diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust left / Procopius standing facing, head right, holding labarum and shield set on the ground; Christogram to upper right, uncertain object by left foot; CONST pellet. RIC IX 17(a).5; LRBC 2082. VF. Much better than photo.
10255. JOVIAN, AD 355-363. AE20. Reverse: VOT V MVLT XX. EF. Very much better than photo.
10253. JULIAN II, AD 355-363. AE20. Reverse: VOT V MVLT XX. VF. Much better than photo.
10468. CONSTANTIUS GALLUS, AE17. Reverse: Legionary soldier spearing enemy horseman. EF.
10465. CONSTANS, 333-350 AD. AE22. His diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right. Reverse: Constans standing on prow of boat left holding Chi Rho staff. Near EF. Better than photo.
10245. DELMATIUS, 335-337, AE16. Obverse: Laureate bust right. Reverse: legionary soldiers and standard. Good VF. Full flan with full legend which is rare.
10521. AELIA EUDOXIA, Bronze AE4 15 mm. Antioch mint: 401-403 A.D. Reference: (Antioch) RIC 104 (X, Arcadius), LRBC 2800. Obverse: AEL EVDOXIA AVG; Diademed, draped bust right, being crowned by hand of God. Reverse: SALVS REIPVLICAE; Victory seated right, holding shield with Chi-Rho inside on column. Exergue: ANT. Better than usual example with nice centering, large flan, and all the obverse legend clear. Comes with COA. Rare late Roman empress.
10289. VALENTINIAN III. 425-455 AD. AE 13mm (1.91 g). Rome mint. Struck 425-435 AD. D N VALENTINIAN[VS P F AVG], pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right / VOT [PVB], camp-gate with no doors and two turrets, T(?) above; RM. RIC X 2124; LRBC 853. VF, dark brown patina with green highlights. From the Zachary "Beast" Beasley Collection of Camp Gates. Excellent example with much of the legend visible and a clear VF portrait. Rare late Roman emperor with excellent provenance.
10725. MAGNUS MAXIMUS, AD 383-388, AE2, Arles mint. Nice green patina. 4.03 g. DN MAG MAXI-MVS PF AVG; Dr., cuir. and pearl-diademed bust right. REPARATIO REIPVB; PCON. in emerge; Emperor, stg. facing, head l., with r. hand raising kneeling turreted female, and holding Victory on globe in l. RIC 26a/2; 3.91g; 24mm; VF. Better than photo in the hand.
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10751. DIDIUS JULIANUS. AD 193. AE Sestertius (27mm, 18.91 g, 12h). Rome mint. Laureate head right / Didius standing left, holding globe and volumen. RIC IV 16; Woodward, Julianus, pg. 79 (dies 11/C). Fair, dark brown patina. Very rare with rare reverse for Julianus.
7663. AGRIPPA (struck by Caligula). Dupondius, RIC58. /Neptune stg. l. VF.
6093. AGRIPPA (struck by Caligula). Dupondius, RIC58. /Neptune stg. l. VF+.
VERY RARE DENOMINATION 8066. VERY RARE PHILIP I REDUCED DUPONDIUS, 224-249. AE Dupondius, HRIC_, ACS_. 23mm, 5.62 gm. (A normal Philip dupondius would weigh about twice this much.) Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right; DN PHILIPVS AVG / ????? (PM TRP?) COS AVGG SC; Elephant and rider l. F though somewhat clearer than photo. Very rare type and denomination for Philip.
10149. PHILIP I, 224-249. AE Sestertius, RIC 176a. 32.0 mm., 21.4 g. Obverse: IMP M IVL PHILLIPVS AVG - Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Philip I. Reverse: LAET FVNDATA - Laetitia, foot on prow, holding patera and rudder. VF. Decent portrait and clear reverse as well. Much better than photo.
10144. JULIA MAMAEA, mother of Alexander Severus. Sestertius, Rome mint, c. 235 AD. 30mm, 20.52 g. Her diademed and draped bust right. Reverse: VENERI FELICITAS, Venus standing right holding a staff in her right hand and holding an infant in her outstretched left hand who holds out its hand to her. VF. Tiber patina with some pitting on the reverse however the portrait of Julia Mamaea is excellent.
10148. SEPTIMIUS SEVERUS, 193-211 AD, sestertius, 195 AD, RIC 692a. Diameter: 30.8 mm. Weight: 21.7 gr. Obverse: L SEPT SEV PERT AVG IMP V - Laureate bust of Severus. Reverse: SAECVLI FELICITAS - Felicitas, foot on prow, holding caduceus and cornucopiae. VF. Nice glossy black patina. Clear high quality portrait.
7694. OTACILIA SEVERA. AE Sestertius. /PVDICITIA std. VF. Exceptionally large flan and large portrait.
10152. FAUSTINA JR. - Roman Empress and Wife of Emperor Marcus Aurelius - 161-175 A.D. - Rome, AD 161-75. Brass Sestertius (24.2g, 34mm). High relief, artistic portrait. Obverse: FAVSTINA AVGVSTA - Draped bust of Faustina Junior right. Reverse: IVNONI REGINAE S C, Juno standing left with peacock. Annia Galeria Faustina Minor (Minor Latin for the younger), Faustina Minor or Faustina the Younger (February 16 between 125 and 130-175) was a daughter of Roman Emperor Antoninus Pius and Roman Empress Faustina the Elder. She was a Roman Empress and wife to her maternal cousin Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius. Though Roman sources give a generally negative view of her character, she was held in high esteem by soldiers and her own husband and was given divine honors after her death. F+. Pitting on reverse but a decent portrait and an especially large flan.
9500. AELIUS, 136-138. AE As. Bare headed bust of Aelius right of fine style. /Spes adv left, holding flower & lifting skirt. VF. Scarce.
10360. AELIUS CAESAR, 136-138. AE Dupondius. Rome mint, 136-138 AD. Bare head right. / Spes standing left, holding flower and lifting skirt. Composition: Bronze, weight: 12.40 gm. diameter: 26 mm. Nice VF portrait. Scarce. VF. Scarce.
10427. THESSALY, LARISSA. Circa 460-420 BC. AR Drachm (20mm, 5.97 g, 9h). Youth wrestling bull right / Bridled horse with trailing rein galloping right; all within incuse square. Herrmann group III, series F, pl. iii, 2 SNG Copenhagen 107 var. (ethnic). Fine, toned, porous, deposits.
9379. PAMPHLIA, ASPENDOS. AR20 Drachm, Sear 5385v. Naked horseman (Mopsos, the founder of Aspendos) galloping r. hurling spear/Boar walking r., 3 countermarks. AVF. Rare variant. This type refers to the legend that Mopsos sacrificed a boar to Aphrodite in fulfillment of a vow.
VERY RARE COIN OF TROY 10217. ILLIUM (TROY, Greek Ilion from which Homer's Iliad takes its name) AE 10.4 mm, 1.16 grams. Obverse: Helmeted facing bust. Reverse: Athena Ilias to rt. Choice example for these. Rare.
8186. LUCANIA, THURIOI. AE14. Hd Apollo r./QOU, free horse r, AS before. EF. Considerably better than photo. Scarce.
4959. SICILY, SYRACUSE. after 212 B.C. under Roman Rule. Calciati, vol. II, pag.429, n°231. SNG Cop. n°911., AE17. Female hd. r./Female figure with scepter? stg. l. VF. Rare. Provenance: The Thomas Virzi collection, 1907.
3879. LUCANIA, METAPONTUM, 4th-3rd century BC. AE15, Copenhagen 1254. Athena stg. r. with spear and shield/Owl stg. r., hd. facing, META to l. VF. Very rare. Choice example. Provenance: The Thomas Virzi collection, 1907.
8906. LUCANIA, METAPONTUM, 330-300 BC. AR Nomos, Sear 416v. Hd. Demeter l. of fine style/Barley ear, tongs above. AEF.
9475. DIADUMENIAN, 218 AD. AE20 of uncertain Eastern city. /Dionysos stg. l. with cornucopia and thyrsos, panther at his feet. AVF. Scarce.
8183. DANUBIAN CELTS, ca. 3rd-2nd century BC. AR Tetradrachm imitating the style of Alexander the Great. Blank convex bulge/Crude Zeus enthroned. VF. Scarce type.
11197. THRACO-MACEDONIAN REGION, SIRIS. AR 1/8 Stater - Trihemiobol, Satyr squatting right. / Quadripartite incuse.
6512. MACEDON, OLYNTHOS. AR Tetrobol, Hd186. Hd Apollo l./Lyre. VF. Old cabinet toning.
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Provenance: All coins purchased from US dealers in the early 2000's or before.
9416. ASIA, ROMAN PROVINCE OF, C. FABIUS PROCONSUL, 57-56 BC. AR Cistophoric tetradrachm, Sear 5151var. Cista mystica containing serpent within ivy wreath./ Two coiled serpents either side of bowcase, EUHNOS HRWDOY. The magistrates name also appears on "proconsular cistophori" in the name of C. Fabius. Ref.: Gerd R. Stumpf, Numismatische Studien zur Chronologie der Roemischen Statthalter in Kleinasien. VF. Rare. Nice bright shiny surface with good metal much better than image shows.
8047. MACEDONIAN KINGS, 185-168 BC, AR Tetrobol, 2.38 gm, Plant 2204. MA KE on Macedonian shield, club at center./Macedonian helmet. EF. Much superior to image with sharp clear devices, esp. the helmet.
9405. THESSALY, LARISSA, 350-325BC. Drachm, Sear 2120v. Facing hd. nymph Larissa/Horse grazing. VF. Iridescent toning.
7916. THESSALY, THE PERRHAIBOI, 480-400 BC. AR Obol. Free horse r./Athena advancing r. within incuse square. F+. Very rare. A beautifully animated Greek Hoplite runner.
7923. SCYTHIAN KINGS, c. 130-100 BC. AR Drachm, Mitchiner 337 for the type. Male hd. r./Cornucopia. VF. Very rare. Further attribution to king appreciated.
10447. EUBOEA, HISTIAIA. AR Hemidrachm 3rd century BC. 1.4 g to 1.8 grams. ~1.3 cm. Nymph of Histiaia right wreathed with vine, hair rolled / Nymph seated on stern of galley. SEAR 2496. Good VF. Good metal. Considerably sharper and better than out of focus photo and superior to most offered.
9395. SELEUCID KINGS, PHILIP PHILADELPHOS, 93-83 BC. AR Tetradrachm. Hd. r./Zeus enthroned holding Nike. VF.
9378. ATTICA, ATHENS, ca. 4th century BC. AR Tetradrachm. Hd. Athena r./Owl stg. VF. Old cabinet toning. Inexpensive example of the famous Athenian 'Owl', one of the standard currencies of ancient Greece.
6506. CORINTHIAN SILVER STATER, c. 350-300 BC. EF. Winged Pegasus flying left. / Helmeted head of Athena left. Surface better than image shows. These silver staters, or 'colts' as they were known in ancient Greece, were one of the most famous and widely used coins of the ancient world. They were the standard currency of the city state of Corinth and its allied cities. About the size of a nickel but pure silver. VF.
6507. CORINTHIAN SILVER STATER, c. 350-300 BC. EF. Winged Pegasus flying left. / Helmeted head of Athena left. Surface better than image shows. These silver staters, or 'colts' as they were known in ancient Greece, were one of the most famous and widely used coins of the ancient world. They were the standard currency of the city state of Corinth and its allied cities. About the size of a nickel but pure silver. VF.
6500. CORINTHIAN SILVER STATER, c. 350-300 BC. EF. Winged Pegasus flying left. / Helmeted head of Athena left. Surface better than image shows. These silver staters, or 'colts' as they were known in ancient Greece, were one of the most famous and widely used coins of the ancient world. They were the standard currency of the city state of Corinth and its allied cities. About the size of a nickel but pure silver. VF.
6509. CORINTHIAN SILVER STATER, c. 350-300 BC. EF. Winged Pegasus flying left. / Helmeted head of Athena left. Surface better than image shows. These silver staters, or 'colts' as they were known in ancient Greece, were one of the most famous and widely used coins of the ancient world. They were the standard currency of the city state of Corinth and its allied cities. About the size of a nickel but pure silver. VF.
6076. CARIAN SATRAPS, PIXODAROS, 340-334 BC. AR Didrachm, Sear 4966. Laur. hd. Apollo 3/4 face to r./Zeus Labraundos stg. r. holding double axe. VF+. MUCH BETTER THAN PHOTO.
6528. CARIA, PIXODARUS, 340-334BC. AR Didrachm, Hd.533. Hd. Apollo 3/4 r./Zeus with dbl axe & staff. VF. Old cabinet toning. Scarce.
6532. LYCIAN LEAGUE, MASIKYTES, 1st cent. BC. AR Hemidrachm, .86gm, S5299. Hd Artemis r./Bowcase in incuse. EF.
6536. MYSIA, PERGAMON, 330-284BC. AR Diobol, 1.23gm. S3941. Hd Herakles/Athena promachos. VF. Rare.
8045. MACEDON, ALEXANDER THE GREAT, 336-323 BC. AR Drachm. Head young Herakles wearing lionskin r./Zeus enthroned l. EF.
8046. MACEDON, ALEXANDER THE GREAT, 336-323 BC. AR Drachm. Head young Herakles wearing lionskin r./Zeus enthroned l. EF.
6513. MACEDON, OLYNTHOS. SILVER AR Tetrobol, Hd186. Hd Apollo l./Lyre. VF. Old cabinet toning. Much better than photo.
10449. EUBOEA, HISTIAIA. AR Hemidrachm 3rd century BC. 1.4 g to 1.8 grams. ~1.3 cm. Nymph of Histiaia right wreathed with vine, hair rolled / Nymph seated on stern of galley. SEAR 2496. Good VF. Good metal. Considerably sharper and better than out of focus photo and superior to most offered.
10452. EUBOEA, HISTIAIA. AR Hemidrachm 3rd century BC. 1.4 g to 1.8 grams. ~1.3 cm. Nymph of Histiaia right wreathed with vine, hair rolled / Nymph seated on stern of galley. SEAR 2496. Good VF. Good metal. Considerably sharper and better than out of focus photo and superior to most offered.
24 SCARCE GREEK BRONZE COINS $1000
Provenance: All coins purchased from US dealers in the early 2000's or before.
9363. SELEUKID KINGS, TRYPHON, 142-138 BC. AE18, Sear 7089. His diademed hd. r./Spiked Macedonian helmet ornamented with ibex horn. VF+. Scarce. Superior example better than photo.
8577. PONTOS, AMISOS, 2nd-1st century BC. Aegis with Gorgon's head at center/Nike adv. r. carrying palm. EF. Superior example with clear Gorgon head.
VERY RARE CITY AND COIN 7201. PISIDIA, KOMAMA, 1st century BC. AE15, see Sear 5451 for a similar coin. Bearded male hd. Zeus? r./Lion bounding l., KO in ex. EF. Choice examples of a very rare coin from a very rare city. Seldom offered.
VERY RARE CITY AND COIN 7202. PISIDIA, KOMAMA, 1st century BC. AE15, see Sear 5451 for a similar coin. Bearded male hd. Zeus? r./Lion bounding l., KO in ex. EF. Choice examples of a very rare coin from a very rare city. Seldom offered.
10334. PISIDIA, ETENNA, Imperial times. AE17, Plant 2567. Obverse: Curved long handled pruning knife; ET-EN to the sides. Reverse: Female figure, perhaps a maenad, holding a snake. VF. <
10336. PISIDIA, ISINDA, 2nd-1st century BC. AE 19mm. Laureate head of Zeus right / Horseman galloping right, spearing serpent; A (date) behind. SNG France 1576; Lindgren and Kovacs 1320. Scarce.
10346. RARE SMALL DENOMINATION CARIA, MYLASA, EUPOLEMOS, Strategos . 295-280 BC. AE 14mm. Three overlapping Macedonian shields, the outer two with spearheads in the center / EUPO-LEMOU, sword in a sheath; labrys left. SNG Helsinki 223-224; SNG Copenhagen -; BMC Caria pg. 128, 1-3; SNG von Aulock -; Laffaille -. VF.
10345. CARIA, MYLASA, EUPOLEMOS, Strategos . 295-280 BC. AE 18mm. Three overlapping Macedonian shields, the outer two with spearheads in the center / EUPO-LEMOU, sword in a sheath; labrys left. SNG Helsinki 223-224; SNG Copenhagen -; BMC Caria pg. 128, 1-3; SNG von Aulock -; Laffaille -. VF.
10341. MACEDON, KINGS, KASSANDER, 316-297 BC. AE Unit - 18mm. Helmet with cheek guards / BASILEWS left, KASSANDROU right; spear head. SNG Copenhagen 1163; Laffaille 315; SNG Tubingen 1171. VF.
10339. MACEDON, KINGS, KASSANDER, 316-297 BC. AE Unit - 16mm. Helmet with cheek guards / BASILEWS left, KASSANDROU right; spear head. SNG Copenhagen 1163; Laffaille 315; SNG Tubingen 1171. VF.
THE LARGEST GREEK COIN EVER STRUCK 10317. EGYPT, PTOLEMY II, 285-246 BC. AE46, ~90 g., Sear 7782. Laur. hd. Zeus Ammon r./Eagle stg. l. on thunderbolt looking back, E monogram between legs of eagle. VF. Nice example of this largest of the Ptolemaic bronze coins and one of the largest and heaviest ancient coins struck.
4969. PHOENICIA, ARADOS, 140-120 BC. AE15. Jugate heads of Zeus and Hera right. Reverse: Prow right with small figure of Athena; Phoenician inscription around. NOTE: Reverse photo is upside down. VF. Scarce. Provenance: The Thomas Virzi collection.
9366. PHOENICIA, ASCALON, Imperial times, AE15, Head of Tyche r. /Galley r. (Coins of the Holy Land, The Abraham and Marian Sofaer Collection at the American Numismatic Society and the Israel Museum, Ascalon no. 73). Year 176 = 72/3 CE. Choice example of this normally poorly preserved coinage.
7729. SELEUKID KINGS, ANTIOCHOS VI, 145-142 BC. AE 24 serratus, Sear 7081. Hd. of Antiochos as Dionysos r., radiate and wreathed with ivy/Elephant l. EF. Excellent example with nice patina. Scarce.
9365. SELEUKID KINGS, ANTIOCHOS IX, 113-95 BC. AE19, BMC 16, Sear 7170. Diademed hd. r./Winged thunderbolt. VF+. Scarce. Nice example.
9359. TROAS, ALEXANDRIA TROAS, Imperial times. AE21, BMC42v. Turreted hd. city goddess r./Genius of Alexandria Troas? stg. l. holding Nike. EF. Nice example.
VERY RARE CITY AND COIN 7200. PISIDIA, KOMAMA, 1st century BC. AE15, see Sear 5451 for a similar coin. Bearded male hd. Zeus? r./Lion bounding l., KO in ex. EF. Choice examples of a very rare coin from a very rare city. Seldom offered.
VERY RARE CITY AND COIN 7203. PISIDIA, KOMAMA, 1st century BC. AE15, see Sear 5451 for a similar coin. Bearded male hd. Zeus? r./Lion bounding l., KO in ex. EF. Choice examples of a very rare coin from a very rare city. Seldom offered.
7725. PHRYGIA, ABBAITIS, Mid 2nd century BC. AE20, Sear 5096. Laur hd. Zeus r./Thunderbolt within oak-wreath. VF. Rare city.
10456. ARGOLIS, ARGOS AE12. Wolf's head left. Reverse: Large A; plumed helmet facing. VF. Rare. Ex BCD collection.
10273. THESSALY, LARISSA, 360-325 BC. AE 17 mm., 3.03 g. Obverse: Head of nymph Larissa in style looking right. Reverse: LARISEON above and below a horse with nose to ground and left foreleg raised pawing or getting ready to roll right. VF.
10342. MACEDON, KINGS, KASSANDER, 316-297 BC. AE Unit - 19mm. Helmet with cheek guards / BASILEWS left, KASSANDROU right; spear head. SNG Copenhagen 1163; Laffaille 315; SNG Tubingen 1171. VF.
10344. CARIA, MYLASA, EUPOLEMOS, Strategos . 295-280 BC. AE 19mm. Three overlapping Macedonian shields, the outer two with spearheads in the center / EUPO-LEMOU, sword in a sheath; labrys left. SNG Helsinki 223-224; SNG Copenhagen -; BMC Caria pg. 128, 1-3; SNG von Aulock -; Laffaille -. VF.
8911. BOEOTIA, THESPIAI, 146-27 BC. AE14, BMC 26. Veiled female hd r./Lyre. F+. Rare.
10450. EUBOEA, HISTIAIA. AR Hemidrachm 3rd century BC. 1.4 g to 1.8 grams. ~1.3 cm. Nymph of Histiaia right wreathed with vine, hair rolled / Nymph seated on stern of galley. SEAR 2496. Good VF. Good metal. Considerably sharper and better than out of focus photo and superior to most offered.
10445. EUBOEA, HISTIAIA. AR Hemidrachm 3rd century BC. 1.4 g to 1.8 grams. ~1.3 cm. Nymph of Histiaia right wreathed with vine, hair rolled / Nymph seated on stern of galley. SEAR 2496. Good VF. Good metal. Considerably sharper and better than out of focus photo and superior to most offered.
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10094. AN ARCHAIC GREEK VOTIVE TERRA COTTA GODDESS. c. 5th century BC. The Korai style figure with long braided hair and wearing a polos on her head. 1.25 x 2 inches. Good example with good detail (better than image) and remains of white pigment. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US dealer in the early 1990's.
10092. AN ARCHAIC GREEK VOTIVE TERRA COTTA GODDESS. c. 5th century BC. The Korai style figure with long braided hair and wearing a polos on her head. 1.5 x 2.5 inches. Good example with good detail (better than image) and remains of white pigment. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US dealer in the early 1990's.
7309. GREEK TERRA COTTA HEAD OF A MAN WEARING A PILEUS, c. 3rd-1st century BC. 1.6 inches. Remains of white & pink pigment. Excellent quality with distinct features of an individual person. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early 20th century by descent. Brought to the US in 1954 with the family.
7307. GREEK TERRA COTTA HEAD OF A STYLISH LADY, Egypt, c. 3rd-1st century BC. With very ornate hairdo fixed by a large pin one side, holes for earrings in ears. 2.5 inches. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early 20th century by descent. Brought to the US in 1954 with the family. .
10086. AN ARCHAIC GREEK VOTIVE TERRA COTTA GODDESS. c. 5th century BC. The Korai style figure wearing a polos. 2 x 3 inches. Nice large example with good detail and remains of white pigment. Fine archaic Greek smile!
8283. LARGE GREEK SILVER EARRING, c. 5th-4th century BC. Ornamented with fine spiral wire. Crush breaks one side but still wearable. 1.5". Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a North Eastern antiquities dealer August, 1999.
7638. RARE ARCHAIC GREEK OIL LAMP, c. 6th-5th century BC. The circular lamp with wide shallow opening. 2.75 inches. Rare early type. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a North Eastern antiquities dealer December, 2002.
12999. CYPRIOT PILGRIM FLASK, c. 1200-900 BC. The double handled flask with concentric rings of red and black. 6.5 x 4.75 inches. Neck reattached but otherwise all original with no repair, restoration or repainting. much better paint preservation than usual especially on the front side. Other side.
Provenance: A private American collection. Acquired from Harmer Rooke Galleries in the 1980's.
8830. NARINO BICHROME BOWL. Capuli complex, c. 850-1500 AD. Red on black resist painted with 'X' and cross designs. 4 x 7.25". Collection number on bottom. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer June, 1999.
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PUBLISHED IN 'ORIENTAL ANTIQUES AND ART' 9849. PUBLISHED EARLY THAI LIDDED VESSEL, Sawangkhalok ware. Thailand, Sukhothai period, 14th-16th century. AD. The finely made vessel with two small loop handles and recessed lid with knob. 4.5 x 5.5 inches. Rim chip to lid, otherwise a very fine example.
Provenance: Purchased by the current owner from a large Mid Western collection in the 1990's, previously from a West Coast dealer in Asian art. Published 2001 in Oriental Antiques & Art, An Identification and Price Guide, 2nd Edition by Mark Moran & Sandra Andacht, page 463.
9866. EARLY THAI GLAZED VESSEL, c. 1st millennium AD. The wide vessel with rimmed opening & brown glaze over the top half. 3.5" x 4". Provenance: Purchased by the current owner from a large Mid Western collection in the 1990's, previously from a West Coast dealer in Asian art.
9795. EARLY THAI BROWN GLAZED PITCHER, c. 1st millennium AD. The pitcher with single strap handle and pinched pouring spout, brown glaze on all but base area. 5 inches. Tiny rim chips. Rare. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer January, 2000.
9355. IONIA, PHOKAIA, 3rd-2nd century BC. AE18, BMC 109, Sear 4538. Hd. Athena r./Griffin walking r., one of the caps of the Dioskouroi in upper field to l. EF. Scarce. Choice example.
6857. LARGE ROMAN GLASS BOTTLE, c. 1st-3rd century. Larger body almost completely covered with deposits. A few small areas of iridescence. 5.75". Much nicer and more interesting than image suggests. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer February, 1999.
6603. AGRIPPINA. AE Sestertius. /Carpentarium. F+/AVF.
7457. EARLY CHRISTIAN PILGRIM FLASK. Egypt, Egypt, c. 6th century AD. This pilgrims flask depicts St. Menas as an orant, flanked by two stylized objects. The reverse side contains the Blessing of St. Menas inscription within a wreath. Twin handles surround the center spout (lost in this example). These flasks were used to carry oil back from the shrine of the saint at Abu Mena, Egypt. A similar flask may be found at the Louvre. 2.75 x 2.75 inches. Very rare early Christian artifact. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early 20th century by descent. Brought to the US in 1954 with the family.
7150. VENICE, DOGES. GOLD DUCAT (AV ZECCHINO), 15th-16th century. 22 mm. Christ facing/Doge and St. Mark. VF. The Venetian gold ducat was the international currency of its time.
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6771. A GREEK BLACK-GLAZED DISH, c. 4th century BC. On ring base with stamped designs. 4.5". Small chip to base. A little gem! Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a Manhattan antiquities dealer February, 1999.
9679. BLACK GLAZE CAMPANIAN OLPE, c. 4th c. BC. With strap handle & black glaze with light deposits. 3 x 4". Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a Manhattan antiquities dealer February, 1999.
9024. A GREEK BLACK GLAZED BOWL. Campanian, c. 4th-3rd century BC. The small vessel with glaze with slight iridescense on ring base. 2 x 3 inches. Excellent condition. Choice example! Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a Manhattan antiquities dealer February, 1999.
8265. A GREEK BLACK GLAZED OLPE, c. 4th century BC. The broad single handled cup with light mineral salt deposits. 4.5". Intact. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a Manhattan antiquities dealer February, 1999.
2 BEAUTIFUL ANCIENT GREEK PYXIS WITH ORIGINAL LIDS $200
8007. BEAUTIFUL GREEK BLACK GLAZED PYXIS, c. 4th-3rd century BC. The lidded vessel of elegant form with delicate knob handle on lid. 3 x 3 inches. Body repaired from 4 shards. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a North Eastern antiquities dealer October, 2004.
8008. BEAUTIFUL GREEK BLACK GLAZED PYXIS, c. 4th-3rd century BC. The lidded vessel of elegant form with delicate knob handle on lid. 2.5 x 3 inches. Body repaired from several shards. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a North Eastern antiquities dealer October, 2004.
8235. ELEGANT PUNIC JUG, c. 5th century BC. The upper half with remains of red glaze. Pleasing form with single handle. See Moscati, 'The Phoenicians' for the type. 3.2".
7234. PUNIC TERRA COTTA AMPHORA, c. 5th-3rd century BC. Of narrow form with tall neck and foot. Scrapes one side. 9 inches. Provenance: A private American collection. Purchased from a US antiquities dealer August, 2002.
10126. TRAJAN, 98-117. Denarius, Laureate head of the emperor Trajan r./Goddess sacrificing over an altar. EF with mint luster not shown in photo. Excellent obverse portrait.
7683. NERVA, 96-98 AD. AE Dupondius. /Liberalitas stg. VF. Nice portrait.
10129. GORDIAN III, 238-244 AD. AR Antoninianus. Radiate head of Gordian right. /Liberalitas standing facing left. Bright silvery EF much better than photo shows.
8048. THRACE, ABDERA, c. 373-360 BC. AR Hemidrachm, Sear 1552. Griffin rearing l./Linear square containing laur. hd. Apollo r. EF.
6103. NERVA, 96-98. AE As. /Clasped hands. VF+. Sharp portrait.
7316. ROMAN HEAD POSSIBLY THE EMPEROR CARACALLA, c. early 3rd century AD. With Caracalla's features and wearing a royal diadem. 2.25 inches. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in the early part of the 20th century. Brought to the US with the family in 1954.
10446. EUBOEA, HISTIAIA. AR Hemidrachm 3rd century BC. 1.4 g to 1.8 grams. ~1.3 cm. Nymph of Histiaia right wreathed with vine, hair rolled / Nymph seated on stern of galley. SEAR 2496. Good VF. Good metal. Considerably sharper and better than out of focus photo and superior to most offered. SOLD.
7948. CARACALLA, 196-217 AD. AE27 of Nikopolis ad Istrum. Laureate bust of Caracalla right. / River god reclining. Gallus (VPA AVR GALLOV..) was magistrate under Sept. Severus, Domna, Caracalla and Geta. Elagabalus only had Rufus. This coin is Varbanov 3056 (same dies as the Varbanov plate coin) Near VF. Nice example with excellent glossy patina and surfaces well centered on the flan with all legends and devices clear. CAN'T FIND.
NEMEAN LION REVERSE, THE LABORS OF HERCULES. 10118. SEPTIMIUS SEVERUS, 193-211 A.D. AE20 OF Markianopolis, Moesia Inferior. Laureate draped bust of Severus r. / Hercules battling the Nemean lion. 4.11 gm. F, worn but nicely so that the profiles of both obverse and reverse are quite clear. A nice inexpensive example for collectors of mythological types or the labors of Hercules reverses. Killing the Nemean lion was the first of Hercules 12 labors. After killing it Hercules worn its skin and it is the skin of the Nemean lion that is seen on coins of Alexander the Great as Hercules adorning his head. Scarce!
CAN'T FIND.
5 SCARCE ROMAN REPUBLICAN & IMPERATORIAL COINS $400
THE FIRST KINGS OF ROME 11174. C. Censorinus. 88 BC. AE As (28mm, 9.36 g, 3h). Rome mint. Jugate diademed heads right of Numa Pompilius, second king of Rome after Romulus, bearded, and Ancus Marcius, the fourth king of Rome. / Two arches; within the left is a spiral column surmounted by Victory holding wreath and palm frond; through right arch passes a prow with crescent above. Crawford 346/3; Sydenham 716. Fine, rough, dark green patina. Scarce depiction of two of the earliest kings of Rome.
SOLD.
6562. ANONYMOUS - ELEPHANT HEAD SERIES. Rome mint, 128 BC. AE Semis, AE20, 7.26 g. Hd. Saturn r./Prow of galley r., elephant hd. abv. VF. Scarce. Good example for these and considerably better than photo. SOLD.
RARE WIFE OF MARC ANTONY PORTRAIT COIN 6589. FULVIA, MARC ANTONY'S THIRD WIFE. 44-40 BC. AE19 of Eumenia, Phrygia, BMC 20, RPC 3139. Portrait hd. Fulvia r. as Nike / Athena adv. l. Fulvia was Marc Antony's third wife before Octavia and then Cleopatra. Scarce. An important historical portrait coin. Good fine and in typical condition for the issue which is rarely found much better. Countermarks on head and in the field which is often the case.
SOLD.
10209. MARC ANTONY, 42-30 BC, 18.44mm, 3.74g. Praetorian galley. / Eagle between two legionary standards, LEG IV below. F. Actual coin is good metal and surface is better than photo. SOLD.
10219. MARC ANTONY, 42-30 BC. Praetorian galley. / Eagle between two legionary standards, LEG XVI below. F. Ancient banker's mark or grafitto above the eagle. SOLD.
11412. PRETTY CHIMU NECKLACE. Peru, c. 1200 AD. 17 inches. Restrung on nylon thread. Provenance: In the family collection since the 1950's. SOLD.
9278. LARGE MAYAN CHIEF'S BOWL, c. 600-800 AD. The bowl with a band of chief's heads encircling the sides, the interior with a large solar symbol, feather design above, all done in red and orange. 3 x 7.5 inches. Intact, the exterior paint in excellent condition. SOLD.
9861. EARLY INDUS VALLEY ANIMAL HEAD, c. 1st millennium BC. 2 inches. SOLD.
9786. A MING DYNASTY TOMB ATTENDANT, 1368-1644. The robed male figure with scarce dark and light blue glaze. 6.75 inches. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner from a large Mid Western collection in the 1990's, previously from a West Coast dealer in Asian art. SOLD.
9788. A MING DYNASTY TOMB ATTENDANT, 1368-1644. The robed female figure with high hairstyle and holding a large platter. Green, blue and black glazes with scarce white glaze on the face. 6 inches. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner from a large Mid Western collection in the 1990's, previously from a West Coast dealer in Asian art. SOLD.
8347. A CHING DYNASTY BLUE AND WHITE BOWL, c. 18th-19th century. Heavy blue & white glaze with kiln stack marks. 3.2 x 8.6". Hairline. SOLD.
8800. EROTIC CARVED CORAL SNUFF BOTTLE. China, mid 20th century. Fine red coral eroticon carved in the form of a small male holding his huge member which forms the body of the snuff bottle. With coral cap with bronze snuff applicator. Beautiful colors. 3.8". Another view. Another view. SOLD.
PUBLISHED IN 'ORIENTAL ANTIQUES AND ART' 9833. PUBLISHED ARCHAIC STYLE JADE TAO TIEH FACED PENDANT. Probably somewhat later copy as usual but still with some age. Carved dark red stone. 2 inches. Nice example. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner from an old New York state collection in the early 1990's, previously ex. an old New York collection formed in the early part of the 20th century. Published in "Oriental Antiques & Art, An Identification and Price Guide, 2nd Edition" by Mark Moran & Sandra Andacht, page 213.
SOLD.
PUBLISHED IN 'ORIENTAL ANTIQUES AND ART' 9834. PUBLISHED CHINESE JADE PENDANT WITH KYLIN AND SCROLL WORK. Probably somewhat later copy as usual but still with some age. Carved dark red stone. 2.2 inches. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner from an old New York state collection in the early 1990's, previously ex. an old New York collection formed in the early part of the 20th century. Published in "Oriental Antiques & Art, An Identification and Price Guide, 2nd Edition" by Mark Moran & Sandra Andacht, page 213.
SOLD.
9776. A WESTERN HAN PAINTED HU, 207 BC - 220 AD. The gray ware jar vigorously painted with fluid patterns in white and blue. 5 inches. Rare with light soil deposits. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner from an established New York City collection in the 1990's, previously from a New York City art and antiquities dealer. Other side. SOLD.
PUBLISHED IN 'ORIENTAL ANTIQUES AND ART' 8780. LARGE HAN DYNASTY DANCER, 207 BC - 220 AD. The female dancer wearing a long sleeved robe and high hat with one hand raised. 10 x 17.5 inches. Some wear but a nice large example. Published in "Oriental Antiques & Art, An Identification and Price Guide, 2nd Edition" by Mark Moran & Sandra Andacht, page 132.
SOLD.
8024. LATE ROMAN/BYZANTINE LEAD WEIGHT SEALED WITH THE MONOGRAM OF CHRIST. c. 3rd century AD. The lead stamped with the cruciform monogram of Christ (see a bronze ring in the Roman Art section for a clearer example of the Christ monogram). 1.5 inches. Rare. The sides are in shadow and do not show in the image, the weight is roughly square in cross section. SOLD.
9536. HOLY LAND BRONZE AGE BOWL. ca. 2nd millennium BC. The bowl of hemispheric form with flattened base. 3 x 7 inches. Excellent example. SOLD.
9558. SCARCE HOLY LAND WHITE WARE JUG. Hasmonean Period, 167-37 BC. The elegant vessel with heavy twin strap handle and high conical neck, the whole of a beautiful very white clay. 4.75 x 5 inches. Rare. Excellent intact example. SOLD.
9743. A ROMAN FIGURAL OIL LAMP, c. 1st-2nd century. Classic Roman volute spouted lamp with a hound attacking an doe molded on the discus. Makers name C(nais) ABINIA stamped on bottom. 4.6". SOLD.
8740. RARE VILLANOVAN 'LEECH-FORM' FIBULA. Italy, early Iron Age, c. 8th century BC. This bronze fibula (sanguisuga) hollow cast by the lost-wax method, is an early example of the type with enclosed body decorated with ridges on the front. 1.75 x 2.4 inches. SOLD.
3 GREEK BLACK GLAZED VESSELS $300
8271. A CAMPANIAN STEMMED CUP, c. 4th century BC. The cup with double strap handle and impressed tongue design. 3.4". Some abrasion but a very rare type. SOLD.
8269. SIZABLE CAMPANIAN BLACK-GLAZED PLATE, c. 4th-3rd century BC. The plate with ring base & raised edge. 7.5" Stable hairline. SOLD.
6769. A GREEK BLACK-GLAZED PALMETTE BOWL, c. 4th-3rd century BC. On high ring base, the interior stamped with 5 small palmettes and two rings of hatch marks. Small area of rim restored. 2.5 x 6.5 inches. SOLD.
8003. FINELY TURNED SMALL GREEK KRATER, c. 5th-3rd century BC. The wide bodied vessel on ring base with wide flaring rim. 3.5 x 2.5 inches. Choice intact condition. SOLD.
8465. EUROPEAN BRONZE - IRON AGE BOWL. Central Europe, 3rd-1st millennium BC. 1.25 x 4 inches. SOLD.
8450. EUROPEAN BRONZE - IRON AGE POT. Central Europe, 3rd-1st millennium BC. 2.5 x 3.25 inches. SOLD.
8461. EUROPEAN BRONZE - IRON AGE BOWL. Central Europe, 3rd-1st millennium BC. 1.5 x 4.75 inches. SOLD.
8509. EARLY EUROPEAN BRONZE AGE DIPPER SPOON. Central Europe, 3rd-2nd millennium BC. 1 x 3 inches. Rare. SOLD.
1 EUROPEAN BRONZE AGE VESSEL & VOTIVE $150
8497. EUROPEAN BRONZE - IRON AGE DIPPER CUP. Central Europe, 3rd-1st millennium BC. 2.5 x 5.5 inches. SOLD.
8517. EUROPEAN BRONZE AGE VOTIVE TERRACOTTA DISK. Central Europe, 3rd-2nd millennium BC. With central hole. 2.5 inches. SOLD.
7285. COPTIC TEXTILE. Egypt, Christian Period, c. 4th-6th century AD. The fabric with three red rectangular ornaments. 3 x 9 inches. From the estate of a well known Egyptologist brought to the US in 1954. SOLD.
7323. ROYAL EGYPTIAN TERRA COTTA SEAL. Late Period, first millennium BC. The impression with scarab, bird and other hieroglyphs in a royal pharaoh's cartouche. 1.25 inches. From the estate of a well known Egyptologist brought to the US in 1954. SOLD.
10597. LUCIUS VERUS, 161-169. Serdica AE 18. 3.8 gr. Obverse: AVK AIA VPHO VHPOC; bust of Verus right. Reverse: Three graces holding hands. Rare with clear and charming 3 graces. Near VF. SOLD.
HEROD THE GREAT'S LARGEST COIN 10169. JUDAEA, HERODIAN KINGS, HEROD I (THE GREAT), 40-4 BC, Eight Prutot Sebaste mint. Dated RY 3 (37 BC). Ornate helmet with tall crest topped by star; palms flanking / Tripod; date and monogram in fields. Cf. Meshorer 44d (half denomination); cf. RPC I 4901; cf. Hendin 486. F. Historic coin of the Herod of the Bible. The largest denomination of coins Herod issued in the usual worn state they are found but with the devices clear and well contrasted by the patina.
CAN'T FIND.
7726. PHRYGIA, ABBAITIS, Mid 2nd century BC. AE20, Sear 5096. Laur hd. Zeus r./Thunderbolt within oak-wreath. VF. Scarce city. SOLD.
7719. PAPHLAGONIA, SINOPE, Late 2nd-1st century BC. AE20. Aegis with Gorgan’s hd. at center/Nike adv. r. carrying palm branch. VF. SOLD.
6104. NERVA, 96-98. AE As. /Fortuna stg. l. VF. Nice portrait. SOLD.
8599. CLAUDIUS, 41-54 AD. Sestertius, 33 mm, 19.78 g. /Spes stg. l. raising skirt. Near EF. Sharp bold portrait. SOLD.
10451. EUBOEA, HISTIAIA. AR Hemidrachm 3rd century BC. 1.4 g to 1.8 grams. ~1.3 cm. Nymph of Histiaia right wreathed with vine, hair rolled / Nymph seated on stern of galley. SEAR 2496. Good VF. Good metal. Considerably sharper and better than out of focus photo and superior to most offered. SOLD.
6527. CARIA, MAUSOLUS, 377-351BC. AR15 Drachm, 3.59 gm. Head 533. Hd. Apollo 3/4 r./Zeus with dbl axe & staff. EF. Fine old cabinet toning. Good metal, high profile, the surface nice and smooth and better than the image. Rare. SOLD.
OFFICIAL SEAL FOR A SHIPMENT OF ROMAN COINS 8022. ROMAN LEAD BULLA (SEAL), c. 4th century AD. The lead strip folded over and sealed with the impression of an emperor's hd. r. 2 inches. Rare. It is believed seals like this were used to seal shipments of Roman coins.
SOLD.
OFFICIAL SEAL FOR A SHIPMENT OF ROMAN COINS 8023. ROMAN LEAD BULLA (SEAL), c. 4th century AD. The lead strip folded over and sealed with the impression of a standing figure similar to the rv. of a Roman coin. 2.5 inches. Rare. It is believed seals like this were used to seal shipments of Roman coins.
SOLD.
8498. EUROPEAN BRONZE - IRON AGE DIPPER CUP. Central Europe, 3rd-1st millennium BC. 2 x 4.25 inches. SOLD.
7958. RESTORED BYZANTINE (PALAEOLOGIAN) EMPIRE, ANDRONICUS II & MICHAEL IX, 1295-1320. AE Assarion, Sear 2428. Andronicus l. and Michael r. stg. holding patriarcal cross/Bust of Christ within circle, legend around outside. F+. Rare. SOLD.
11609. 9 ANCIENT ROMAN KNIVES AND SPEARS, From 5.5-13.5 inches. Includes only the 9 pieces not marked by red X's. Includes 2 rare Roman javelin points. A nice lot. Other side views. X indicates the piece is SOLD and not included. ALL SOLD.
7849. ANIMATED INDIAN BRONZE BULL MAN, c. 17th-18th century. The figure finely modeled in an aggressive posture. 1.75 x 2.2 inches. Very nice and rare object. SOLD.
12985. MING BLACK GLAZED VASE. China, Ming Dynasty, 1368 - 1644 AD. The vase of pale buff fabric with heavy dark blue black glaze. Height 9.5 inches x 8.5 inches diameter. Intact, in excellent condition with no repair or restoration and an excellent shiny glaze. Provenance: From the collection of a New York City entertainer, acquired in the 1980's. Other side. Bottom view.
SOLD.
6715. A MESOPOTAMIAN STONE AMULET. Late Uruk/Jemdet Nasr Period, 3300-2900 BC. Of white stone of elongated form with the maned head of an animal and long tail, the details of the mane rendered with incised lines, the eyes drilled, horizontally pierced for suspension. 43 mm. Much more detail than image shows. Would make a nice pendant! SOLD.
9712. ROMAN TERRA COTTA OIL LAMP, c. 1st-3rd century AD. The lamp with knob spout and sharp 'bow tie' patterns on the discus, Plantipedia maker's mark between P Y on the bottom. 3.25 inches. Excellent crisp condition. SOLD.
6203. SCYTHIAN BRONZE APPLIQUE. Steppes area, c. 1st millennium BC. The applique in the form of conjoined horse heads, a lugged attachment on the back. 1 x 1.25 inches. A nice little example of Central Asian animal art. SOLD.
9584. CUTE EGYPTIAN BRONZE HORUS. 26th Dynasty, c. 600 BC. The divine child Horus, son of Isis, seated holding a purse or grape bunch in one hand, an animal in the other. 1.6 x 1.25 inches. Complete and intact. On custom stand. Enlargement. Enlargement. Enlargement. SOLD.
7281. COPTIC TEXTILE. Egypt, Christian Period, c. 4th-6th century AD. Fine double-weave fabric with two rows of trees or flowers. 4 x 12 inches. From the estate of a well known Egyptologist brought to the US in 1954. SOLD.
10469. SALONINUS, 258-260. Antoninianus. Reverse: VF with most of silvering. Significantly better than photo. Scarce. Nice sharp portrait. SOLD.
10820. LAELIANUS, Romano-Gallic Usurper, AD 269. Antoninianus (20mm, 2.80 g, 7h). Colonia Agrippinensis (Cologne) mint. 3rd emission. Radiate and cuirassed bust right / Victory advancing right, holding wreath and palm. RIC V 9; AGK 1c. Near VF, gray-brown patina, a bit rough. Rare. SOLD.
9516. VETRANIO, 350 AD. Centenionalis, HRIC 6. /Vetranio stg. with 2 Chi Rho standards. VF+. Excellent and unusual patina for these late issues. SOLD.
11200. ALEXIUS I COMNENUS. 1081-1118. AR aspron trachy. Nimbate bust of Christ enthroned, holding Gospels / Bust of Alexius holding patriarchal cross and globus cruciger. Near VF. SOLD.
11650. LARGE DEALER GROUP OF ANCIENT HOLY LAND POTTERY, c. 3rd millennium BC - 1st millennium AD. ~55 Pieces. Sold only as a lot. Provenance: Imported legally into the US. Inspected and cleared by US Customs. Good and legal provenance provided to buyer. SOLD.
11411. PRETTY CHIMU NECKLACE. Peru, c. 1200 AD. 16.5 inches. Restrung on nylon thread. Provenance: In the family collection since the 1950's. SOLD.
9340. SINU GOLD MONKEY. Columbia, c. 600-1200 AD. The cast gold monkey with the front legs ending in attachment loops. 18 x 22 mm. Scarce. Would make a unique and beautiful pendant. Enlargement. Enlargement. SOLD.
7345. EARLY ISLAMIC STRAINER JUG, c. 7th-9th century AD. Upright form with snub spout with straining holes above. 2.5 x 3 inches. Excellent condition. A rare type. SOLD.
10050. BEAUTIFUL ANTIQUE TRIANGULAR JAPANESE FLOWER VASE, Acquired by the current owner in the 1960's in Japan. Brightly colored flowers on the three sides, maker's seal on the bottom. 5.25 x 3 inches. Excellent condition. A rare type. SOLD.
7830. INDUS VALLEY BICHROME FIGURAL BOWL, Mehrgarh culture, c. 3rd millennium BC. The bowl painted with a register of numerous small ibex within linear bands and indented ‘eye’ band. Some lime deposits attesting authenticity. 2.5 x 3 inches. SOLD.
6902. EROTIC ROMANO-BRITISH ENAMELED PENDANT BROOCH, ca. 2nd-4th century. The pendant with a circular ring of red enamel within which is a raised male organ, suspension loop at top cracked. 1.6". Rare. SOLD.
6716. A MESOPOTAMIAN STONE AMULET. Late Uruk/Jemdet Nasr Period, 3300-2900 BC. Of white stone in the form of a crouching feline, the tail pierced for suspension. 23 mm. Hairline crack from suspension hole but wearable with care. SOLD.
8318. A ROMANO-BRITISH ENAMELED BROOCH, c. 1st-3rd century. Bronze with considerable white and orange enamel remaining. 1.8". SOLD.
7364. GREEK TERRA COTTA HEAD OF A HORSE, c. 3rd-1st century BC. Warrior's stallion with topknot. 2.25 inches. Both sides similar. Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Egyptologist active in Egypt in the mid 20th century. Brought to the US with the family in 1954. SOLD.
8123. CLASSICAL ATTIC GREEK WHITE GROUND LEKYTHOS, c. 500-450 BC. The small lekythos with two palmettes in black on white ground, wave pattern above. The black figure on white ground technique appears in the 5th century BC. 3 inches. Intact. SOLD.
7291. COPTIC TEXTILE FRAGMENT. Egypt, Christian Period, c. 4th-6th century AD. Double-weave fabric with birds and deer. Woven from especially fine thread. 1.5 x 8 inches. Click image to see whole textile. From the estate of a well known Egyptologist brought to the US in 1954. SOLD.
7288. SMALL COPTIC TEXTILE. Egypt, Christian Period, c. 4th-6th century AD. Double-weave fabric with human head gazing r. at landscape with clouds and tree. 3 x 4 inches. Greater use of multiple vibrant colors than usual. From the estate of a well known Egyptologist brought to the US in 1954. SOLD.
8945. EGYPTIAN FAIENCE SHABTI, 26th Dynasty, 664-525 BC. The protective figure of pale green to sand color with traces of black painted hieroglyphics from the Book of The Dead. ~3.75". SOLD.
8946. EGYPTIAN FAIENCE SHABTI, 26th Dynasty, 664-525 BC. The protective figure of pale green to sand color with traces of black painted hieroglyphics from the Book of The Dead. ~3.75". SOLD.
7386. LARGE EGYPTIAN GREENSTONE HEART SCARAB. 2nd-1st millennium BC. These large scarabs were placed over the chest of important mummies. 2.25 inches. High quality example with a few chips. Nice detail. Very rare heart scarab. From the estate of a well known Egyptologist brought to the US in 1954. SOLD.
7314. LARGE EGYPTIAN TERRA COTTA HEAD OF ISIS. Egypt, Ptolemaic Period, c. 3rd-1st century BC. The goddess wearing the crown of Isis above locks of curly hair. Repaired from couple of large shards. 2.75 x 3.25 inches. From the estate of a well known Egyptologist brought to the US in 1954. SOLD.
10448. EUBOEA, HISTIAIA. AR Hemidrachm 3rd century BC. 1.4 g to 1.8 grams. ~1.3 cm. Nymph of Histiaia right wreathed with vine, hair rolled / Nymph seated on stern of galley. SEAR 2496. Good VF. Good metal. Considerably sharper and better than out of focus photo and superior to most offered. SOLD.
9328. NANTAN IRON METEORITE. China, Lihu town, Ladan/Bayan area, 1516 AD. Coarse octohedrite meteorite, 92.5% Fe, 6.96% Ni. 1.5 x 3.25 x 5.3 inches. 1 lb 14.oz. Quite a large example. This fall is recorded in Chinese archives in Nantan as follows: "Zengde 11th year (1516 AD), summertime in May, stars fell down from a northwest direction, five or six-fold long, waving like snakes and dragons, bright like lightning, then they disappeared in seconds." The remains of this meteorite were discovered in 1958. A rare example of a documented very early meteorite fall. Comes with information sheet. From an old collection has crumbled into pieces as Nantan usually do thus very cheap. A dealer could sell some of the pieces for near our price! SOLD.
7465. LARGE ISLAMIC WOOD BLOCK STAMP, c. 18th-19th century. With deeply carved floral & geometric devices, carved handholds on the rv. Considerable remains of black pigment adhering. 4 x 5 x 2.5 inches. Rarely seen artifact. SOLD.
11602. ANCIENT CHRISTIAN OIL LAMPS WITH CROSSES, Much rarer than the standard oil lamps these are embellished with crosses indicating they were used by ancient Christians to light their homes and no doubt conduct prayer services by. Filled with olive oil with a wick in the front hole, ancient oil lamps were the standard source of lighting for all ancient households. Size averages 3-4 inches. These sell for up to $450 elsewhere. Your pick. Specify row and number from left of the lamp(s) you wish to order. Bottom views. X indicates the piece is SOLD. SORRY ALL SOLD.
S292. HOLY LAND DRINKING CUPS FROM THE TIME OF ABRAHAM. Early Bronze Age, c. 3rd millennium BC. These shallow fired clay cups with single handle with pointed top were the standard drinking cup of the times. Size averages 4-5 inches across handle. These sell for up to $250 elsewhere. In very nice condition considering their age with only very minor imperfections. A small group recently acquired. SORRY SOLD OUT.
11588. LATIN BRONZE INSCRIPTION, Uncertain age. 7 x 3.5 cm. With inscription on both sides reading VIII.VIIII.X.PI
VINDICIBVS -
MILITIA - PVIIMP CAES.G
IVLIVS VERVS
MAXIMINVSProvenance: The European antiquities market. Side B.
SOLD.
8702. GREEK BLACK-GLAZED BOWL, c. 4th century BC. Nicely turned with pedestal base. 2 x 3.5 inches. Intact. SOLD.
6444. GREEK GOLD PENDANT IN THE FORM OF A CALF'S HEAD, ca. 3rd-1st century BC. Of sheet gold, the head of the calf with good detail and original suspension loop. 20 mm. Small crack. Rare. Other side. SOLD.
8935. FINE CELTIC BRONZE BUST, c. 3rd-1st century BC. The Celtic style head with nice detail, wearing a torque and tunic, the back flat. 0.9 inches. Very nice. SOLD.
7306. A COPTIC TEXTILE FRAGMENT. EGYPT, c. 4th-6th century AD. The double weave fragment depicting a winged Christian angel followed by a canine. 2.5 x 4 inches. SOLD.
8203. PHILIP II, 224-249. AE24 of Deultum, Thrace. /Prow with dolphin superimposed on it. AVF. Scarce. SOLD.
10384. TETRICUS I, EF, better than photo with sharp clear name. SOLD.
10248. CONSTANTIUS II, 337-361 AD. AE18. Obverse: Diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust right. Reverse: soldier spearing barbarian cavalryman. Good VF. Ex. Collection JA. SOLD.
9455. DIVINE AUGUSTUS & LIVIA (by Tiberius). AE34 of Colonia Romula (Seville), RPC 73. Obverse: PERM. DIVI AVG. COL. ROM. Radiate head of Divus Augustus right; six-rayed star above; thunderbolt before. Reverse: IVLIA AVGVSTA GENETRIX ORBIS. Head of Livia left on globe of the world; crescent moon above. RPC I, 73. SNG Copenhagen 421. F. Scarce. Livia, the mother of the emperor Tiberius, is honored as mother of the world by him on this exceptional coin. SOLD.
7807. RARE GALBA EGYPTIAN AE, 68-69 AD. AE26. Laur. hd. Galba r./ Bust Isis r. VF. A very interesting exaggerated portrait of Galba depicted with a huge nose. Perhaps the die engraver didn't like Galba? Rare and a choice sharp well centered example of the type. SOLD.
7943. HADRIAN, 117-138. AE Semis, Eagle with open wings/Thunderbolt. VF. Choice example with pleasing contrasting patina. Scarce. SOLD.
7946. CARACALLA, 196-217 AD. AE30 of Serdica, Thrace. /River god reclining l. VF. Nice example. Scarce. SOLD.
GREAT GREEK SILVER COIN WITH WRESTLERS GRAPPLING & SLINGER 8051. PISIDIA, SELGE, c. 300-190 BC. AR Stater, 10.25 g, 23 mm., SNG Cop.249v, Sear 5472v. Two nude wrestlers grappling/Slinger wearing short tunic preparing to throw, triskeles and club before, [ΣEΛΓ]EΩN. Near VF. A wonderful example of the ability of Greek art to convey lively action. Scarce, not the more usual similar type from Aspendos in Pamphylia.
SOLD.
11651. LARGE DEALER GROUP OF ANCIENT HOLY LAND POTTERY, c. 3rd millennium BC - 1st millennium AD. ~31 pieces. Sold only as a lot. Provenance: Imported legally into the US. Inspected and cleared by US Customs. Good and legal provenance provided to buyer. SOLD.
11652. LARGE DEALER GROUP OF ANCIENT HOLY LAND POTTERY, c. 3rd millennium BC - 1st millennium AD. ~34 pieces including some larger types. Sold only as a lot. Provenance: Imported legally into the US. Inspected and cleared by US Customs. Good and legal provenance provided to buyer. SOLD.
10976. HERCVLES. c. 1700's. Engraving of the Greek God after a sculpture by Carol(lines) Gregory. 9 x 14.5 inches. Considerable foxing. SOLD.
AFTER BOUGUEREAU 9308. FRAN GUO, VENUS EMERGING FROM THE SEA, AFTER BOUGUEREAU. French, 20th century. Oil on canvas, signed lower right. 24 x 36 inches. Nice copy of an exceptional and strikingly beautiful original. Ready for framing. Comes with Certificate of Authenticity from a Florida art dealer.
SOLD.
JAC CHEN 10000. EURASIAN GIRL WITH VASE, 20th century. Oil on canvas signed Jac Chen lower right. Beautiful semi-nude Eurasian girl carrying a vessel to her breast. 24 x 36 inches. Shipped rolled. Color vibrance and saturation much better than photo. Also note the bright horizontal lines at right middle are not on the painting but are reflections. Signature.
SOLD.
7576. AN EARLY AMERICAN PORTRAIT, c. late 18th-early 19th century. Portrait reminiscent of one of the founding fathers. Oil on mahogany panel. 8" x 9.5". Deserves further research as it could be quite valuable if properly identified. SOLD.
7577. AN EARLY AMERICAN PORTRAIT, c. late 18th-early 19th century. Portrait of a woman in a lace cap. Oil on mahogany panel. 8" x 10". SOLD.
6380. A BYZANTINE BONE OR IVORY FUNITURE FITTING, c. 4th-8th century AD. 3.75 inches. SOLD.
GIFT FOUNDER OF LIMA GOLD MUSEUM 11406. CHARMING CHANCAY LLAMA. Peru, 800-1200 AD. 4.5 inches length. Intact with minor paint loss and small area of surface abrasion on left side. Provenance: Gift of Miguel Mujica Gallo, founder of the Peruvian Gold Museum, to his friends the parents of present owner in the 1950's. Side B.
SOLD.
11408. ORNATE CHANCAY POT. Peru, 800-1200 AD. 4.25 x 4.25 inches. Intact with a couple of flakes to rim and minor paint loss. An unusual type with numerous bottom knobs. Provenance: In the family collection since the 1950's. Side B. Bottom.SOLD. 
9925. LARGE CHIMU ANTHROPOMORPHIC VESSEL, c. 1200 AD. Large globular textured body with chief's head on spout, his arms crossed on the shoulder, legs at bottom in burnished brown. 7 x 8.5 inches. Intact with minute rim flake. Provenance: Ex. New York Private Collector. Purchased by the present owner from a major New York City antiquities dealer in the 1990's. SOLD.
9213. CHARMING CHORRERA DOVE WHISTLE. Columbia, c. 1800-300 BC. The lifelike bird with upturned tail and applied eyes. The surface of the piece a fine burnished red glaze. 3.75 x 6.6 inches. Intact save for minute chip to base. Scarce early pre-Columbian musical instrument. Does whistle with a little work. Free standing. SOLD.
8389. MAYAN MAIZE GOD, c. 600-800 AD. The dual figure with ornate headdress, with smaller maize god holding an ear of maize. 3.3"h. Excellent condition and rare. An important mythological type. SOLD.
10735. MAYAN MAIZE GOD, c. 600-800 AD. 4.75"h x 2.25"w. The dual figure with ornate headdress, with smaller maize god holding an ear of maize. Excellent condition and rare. An important mythological type. Provenance: The collection of a Cuban archaeologist active in Guatemala in the early 20th century by descent. Side view. SOLD.
9912. MOCHE VESSEL WITH BIRDS, c. 500 BC/AD. The spherical vessel with tall neck and single strap handle, the body with four panels of molded birds, two with a rare scene of an adult bird feeding its young. 5.5 x 7 inches. Rim chips otherwise intact. Provenance: Purchased by the present owner from a major New York City antiquities dealer in the 1990's. SOLD.
9240. NARINO MONKEY POT. Columbia, Capuli Complex, 850-1500 AD. The vessel with globular body with monkeys serving as handles on both sides of the wide rim. 2.75 x 4 inches. Intact and charming. Better than photo. Enlargement. Enlargement. Enlargement. SOLD.
8834. LARGER NARINO PEDESTAL BOWL. Capuli complex, c. 850-1500 AD. Red on black resist painted with vertical crosshatch & line. 4.4 x 6.75". Heavy fabric. Museum number on bottom. SOLD.
7379. EARLY ISLAMIC ANIMAL HEAD SPOUT, c. 7th-12th century AD. The details incised, abrasion to top of head. 3.5 inches. Free standing. SOLD.
7341. EARLY ISLAMIC GLAZED OIL LAMP, c. 7th-12th century AD. Green glazed lamp with long spout (tip restored). 5.75 inches. Scarce. SOLD.
9835. ILLUMINATED PERSIAN MINIATURE LEAF, c. 17th-18th century. Hunting scene with nobles on horseback chasing deer, a lion attacking an elephant, the verso covered with calligraphy. 3.5 x 5.5 inches. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner at a New Jersey estate auction in the 1990's. Englargement. Verso calligraphy. SOLD.
11344. JAPANESE ANTIQUE IRON LANTERN WITH WIND BELL, early-mid 20th century. The lantern of hexagonal form with original black patination with original hand made rope for hanging. Comes with optional but original wind bell that can be hung from hook on the inside. 6 x 8.5 inches. Provenance: Collected by the current owner while living in Japan in the 1960's. SOLD.
12926. GANDHARAN STUCCO LION HEAD, c. 2nd-3rd century AD. 2.5 x 2.75 inches. Another view. Another view. SOLD.
12927. GANDHARAN STUCCO LION HEAD, c. 2nd-3rd century AD. 3.5 x 4.5 inches. Another view. SOLD.
RESTORER'S SPECIAL 12929. GANDHARAN STUCCO BUDDHA, c. 2nd-3rd century AD. 8.5 inches height. On custom base. Very nice quality but broken in two large and two small pieces (the small piece missing in the photo is included).
SOLD.
9175. GANDHARA CARVED SCHIST STONE FRIEZE WITH KNEELING DEVOTEE, c. 2nd-3rd century AD. The stone frieze with an ample breasted woman dancing at the left, a bare chested god to the right and a supplicant bowing low before him. 7 x 7.5 inches. SOLD.
7178. INDUS VALLEY OIL LAMP, c. 300 BC-AD. 4.25 inches. Scarce. SOLD.
8814. AN INDUS VALLEY TORSO OF A FERTILITY GODDESS, c. 3rd–2nd millennium BC. With applied eyes. 2.25 x 2.25 inches. Clear details. Scarce. SOLD.
6151. SIZABLE INDUS VALLEY BOVINE HEAD, c. 500 BC. The terracotta head with rope around neck. Especially large example with sharp lifelike details. 4 inches. SOLD.
6189. INDUS VALLEY / BACTRIAN BRONZE RAZOR, c. 2500-1000 BC. The razor with knobbed handle and double edged blade with square tip. 7 inches. Rare and choice! SOLD.
6190. SMALL INDUS VALLEY / BACTRIAN SOCKETED ADZE, c. 2500-1000 BC. The small bronze adze with lateral socket (not showing in the image) and ornate engraved designs on the side, more of which could be revealed by cleaning. 5.25 inches. Intact and rare. Probably used in the production of fine wood furniture. SOLD.
6163. RARE EARLY INDUS VALLEY POLYCHROME BEAKER. Mehrgarh Culture, c. 4000 BC. 4.5 inches. From a new very early culture recently unearthed along the Indus. A rare type. SOLD.
7835. MEHRGARH BICHROME FIGURAL POT, Indus Valley, c. 3rd millennium BC. The pot painted with a register of numerous small ibex within linear bands. Light lime deposits attesting authenticity. 2.5 x 3 inches. SOLD.
7829. INDUS VALLEY BICHROME FIGURAL POT, Mehrgarh culture, c. 3rd millennium BC. The pot painted with a register of numerous small ibex within linear bands. Some lime deposits attesting authenticity. 2.25 x 2.5 inches. SOLD.
PUBLISHED IN 'ORIENTAL ANTIQUES AND ART' 6959. PUBLISHED MING DYNASTY GREEN GLAZED CHEST, 1368-1644. Larger example with molded hasp and handles. 6.3". Considerably better than image with removable lime deposits left on to show authenticity. Published in "Oriental Antiques & Art, An Identification and Price Guide, 2nd Edition" by Mark Moran & Sandra Andacht, page 145.
SOLD.
9787. A MING DYNASTY TOMB ATTENDANT, 1368-1644. The robed male figure with scarce dark and light blue glaze. 6.5 inches. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner from a large Mid Western collection in the 1990's, previously from a West Coast dealer in Asian art. SOLD.
7736 Western Han period style Khotan white jade double foo lion seal. c. 206 BC - 9 AD or later. 12 cm Height 3 lbs. SOLD.
PUBLISHED IN 'ORIENTAL ANTIQUES AND ART' 8782. HAN DYNASTY MUSICIAN, 207 BC - 220 AD. The figure kneeling and playing a long upturned pipe. 7.5 inches. Published in "Oriental Antiques & Art, An Identification and Price Guide, 2nd Edition" by Mark Moran & Sandra Andacht, page 132.
SOLD.
8025. LATE ROMAN/BYZANTINE LEAD WEIGHT WITH SEAL IMPRESSIONS. c. 3rd century AD. The lead stamped with 4 star-like impressions, suspension hole in the smaller end. 1.75 inches. Rare. The sides are in shadow and do not show in the image, the weight is roughly square in cross section. SOLD.
8951. AN EGYPTIAN FAIENCE EYE OF HORUS AMULET, c. 1st millennium BC. As pictured. Between 12-27 mm. Email for exact size. SOLD.
11662. ROMAN TERRA SIGILLATA FRAGMENT WITH HEAD OF PAN. Roman Province of Pannonia, c. 2nd-3rd century AD. The small burnished red ware fragment with the bearded head of Pan facing left. 27 x 30 mm. Roman terra sigillata was a fine quality burnished red ware favored by the upper classes which was typically ornamented with embossed figures and designs such as this one. Provenance: From an old Hungarian collection formed in the 1960's. SOLD.
7613. ROMAN FIBULA IN THE FORM OF A PEACOCK, c. 1st-3rd century AD. Most of pin intact. 2 inches. Provenance: An extensive NJ collection. Acquired at Dawson's Auction House late 1990's. Ex the Joseph Ternbach collection formed over many decades through the later half of the 20th century. SOLD.
9739. ROMAN BRONZE HANDLE, c. 1st-3rd century AD. The handle probably of a knife ornamented on the pommel with the torso of a youth wearing a toga holding a wineskin or other cloth wrapped package. Appealing composition. 2.8 inches. A rare type. SOLD.
12907. BRONZE BRACELET. Eastern Mediterranean, c. 1st millennium BC. 2.5 inches. On custom plexiglas stand. Provenance: The property of a European gentleman. Reverse. SOLD.
12928. ROMAN GLASS FACE BEAD, c. 1st-3rd century. With 4 indistinct faces. 15 mm. On custom stand. Another view. Another view. Another view. SOLD.
6756. SIZABLE GREEK TERRA COTTA FIGURE OF A LADY, c. 3rd-1st century BC. Figure of a goddess or a lady of style with hands held to her bosom holding an uncertain object perhaps a ceremonial or votive pendant or award on the heavy ribbon around her neck. 8.2". Reddish terra cotta with light ancient deposits attesting authenticity. A substantial free standing piece. Intact. Enlargement. SOLD.
9049. A GREEK ANTEFIX, c. 3rd-1st century BC. The plaque with a facing helmeted head between floral sprays. 3.5 x 4 inches. Complete with excellent detail. Oblique view. SOLD.
8458. EARLY EUROPEAN BRONZE AGE BOWL. Central Europe, 3rd-2nd millennium BC. 1 x 4.5 inches. Rare. SOLD.
8459. EARLY EUROPEAN BRONZE AGE BOWL. Central Europe, 3rd-2nd millennium BC. 2 x 6 inches. Rare. SOLD.
8462. EARLY EUROPEAN BRONZE AGE BOWL. Central Europe, 3rd-2nd millennium BC. 1.75 x 4 inches. Rare. SOLD.
8507. EARLY EUROPEAN BRONZE AGE DIPPER CUP. Central Europe, 3rd-2nd millennium BC. 1.25 x 3.5 inches. Rare. SOLD.
8508. EARLY EUROPEAN BRONZE AGE DIPPER CUP. Central Europe, 3rd-2nd millennium BC. 2.25 x 3.25 inches. Rare. SOLD.
9587. A RARE INDUS VALLEY COSMETIC DISH, c. 3rd –2nd millennium BC. The shallow dish probably for mixing cosmetics with flat base and rim. 0.5 x 2.7 inches. Rim chip. Rare. SOLD.
9119. ENGLAND, STUART RESTORATION, 1660-1714. Lead merchandise seal. Obv: O..O../..E…R../TORIF/D Rv:XXVII half fleur. Avg. condition. Scarce. SOLD.
7945. CARACALLA, 196-217 AD. AE30 of Serdica, Thrace. /River god reclining l. VF. Nice example. Scarce. SOLD.
8062. SCARCE SEPTIMIUS SEVERUS EROTIC BRONZE, 193-211 AD. AE19 of Nikopolis ad Istrum. /Priapus stg. r. holding up his robes to display large erection. AVF. Rare. Much better than poor image and a richer glossy green patina. SOLD.
7497. SASANIAN SILVER DIRHEM, 3rd-6th century AD. Bust of ruler wearing royal crown r./Fire altar with attendants. SOLD.
10386. SALONINA, Antoninianus. VF, fully silvered. Much better than photo with silver, not reddish patina. Centered on broad flan with all letters of legend sharp and clear. SOLD.
10380. QUINTILLUS, AE19 antoninianus. Strong VF. Bold fine style portrait. SOLD.
10404. POSTUMUS, antoninianus. Fully silvered EF. Bold fine style portrait and sharp reverse. Considerably better than photo. Minor deposits on reverse. SOLD.
10392. VICTORINUS, Antoninianus. Bold sharp EF portrait. SOLD.
10463. CONSTANTINE THE GREAT, Constantine I, 306-337 AD. AE19. Fine style laureate head right with wonderful curly hair. Reverse: Camp gate, R?S in exergue. Good VF. SOLD.
10233. MAXIMIANUS, 286-305. AE Antoninianus, Lugdunum mint, RIC V 371. His radiate bust right. Reverse: Hercules standing. Remains of silvering. VF. From the Elliot-Kent Collection. SOLD.
10234. MAXIMIANUS, 286-305. AE Antoninianus, Siscia mint, RIC V 58b. His radiate bust right. Reverse: VICTORIA AVGG, soldier and emperor supporting Victory together. Green silver deposits. VF. From the Elliot-Kent Collection. SOLD.
10251. JULIAN II, AD 355-363, AS CAESAR. AE17. Obverse: DN IVLIANO NOB CAES, bare headed bust right. Reverse; soldier spearing barbarian horseman. VF. Much better than photo. SOLD.
10252. JULIAN II, AD 355-363. AE20. Reverse: VOT V MVLT XX. VF. Much better than photo. SOLD.
10374. GRATIAN, AE17. EF, better than photo. SOLD.
10375. GRATIAN, AE15. Good VF, better than photo with nice glossy patina. SOLD.
6620. HADRIAN. AE Dupondius. /Africa std. l. wearing elephant headdress and holding scorpion. EF. Scarce. An especially nice rv. with a lot of fine detail. SOLD.
8922. TRAJAN, 98-117.Silver Tetradrachm of Tyre. Portrait with eagle and club/Bust Melquarth. VF/EF. Scratches in rv field but sharp portrait. Better than image with fine quality portraits of both Trajan and Melquarth (the Phoenician name for Hercules). SOLD.
7512. HADRIAN, AR Denarius. /Salus stg. l. AEF. Excellent style portrait. SOLD.
9504. FASCINATING BARBARIC FAUSTINA SR. DENARIUS, wife Antoninus Pius. Barbaric style denarius. Struck by Celts or ancient counterfeiters. VF. Rare! Excellent Celtic portrait art! SOLD.
7804. SCARCE AUGUSTUS, DRUSUS AND GERMANICUS AE OF CORINTH, 27 BC-14 AD. AE21. Bare hd r./Busts Drusus and Germanicus. F+. Ex. BCD collection. SOLD.
7938. CLAUDIUS AND HIS SON BRITANNICUS, AE24 of Thessalonica, Macedon struck under Claudius, RPC 1588. Bare head of Claudius l./Draped bust of the youthful Britannicus l. within wreath, countermark probably of bust of Apollo or helmented head as mentioned in RPC. VF. Rare. SOLD.
7682. RARE DOMITIAN DENARIUS. AR denarius. Ephesos mint. AD 77-78. DOMITIANVS CAESAR AVG F, bare-headed, draped, cuirassed bust right. PACI AVGVSTAE (from top right), Victory advancing right, holding wreath and palm branch. EPE at lower right. RIC 1447 (Vesp); RPC 848. Near VF. Rated Rare. SOLD.
6102. VESPASIAN, 69-79, AE As. /Aequitas stg. l. VF. SOLD.
9471. LARGE NERO PORTRAIT IN SILVER, AR Tetradrachm of Antioch. /Eagle with wreath. VF. SOLD.
6101. NERO, 54-68 AD. AE As. /Victory walking l. VF. SOLD.
7503. NERO, BILLON SILVER TETRADRACHM OF EGYPT. Radiate hd. Nero r./Bust in elephant headdress r. SOLD.
7505. NERO, BILLON SILVER TETRADRACHM OF EGYPT. Radiate hd. Nero r./Eagle stg. l. SOLD.
9494. NERO, 54-68AD. Denarius, C119. /Jupiter Custos. Refers to Jupiter's aid during Pisonian conspiracy. AEF. SOLD.
7218. NERO, 50-68. AE22 of Corinth. Struck 57-59. Duovir T. Cl. Optatus. NERO CLAVD CAES AVG, bare head right. TI CLAVD OPTATVS II VIR, Bellepheron, naked, standing right, looking left, holding shield on arm and holding a rearing Pegasus by the bridle. COR in exergue. RPC 1201; BMC 562; Amandry XXI-1; Milan 1082; Mabbott 858. Rare! Provenance: From the well known BCD Collection, one of the most extensive collections of coins of this city. SOLD.
10044. A CLASSICAL NUDE OIL PAINTING, 20th century. Oil on board, signed C. Kramer. Nude bather wringing out her hair. 8 x 10 inches. SOLD.
S291. HOLY LAND STONE SPINDLE WHORLS, c. 1st century BC/AD. Spindle whorls were used by the women to spin wool and vegetable fibers into yarn which was then woven to clothe the people. Note these are not the common type made of clay but much rarer stone ones each of which had to be laboriously hand carved and polished. These average about an inch in diameter, some with inscribed bands. These sell for up to $25 apiece elsewhere. 10 for $95 + $10 shipping. Unpicked, we just reach into the bag and count them out. 10 is minimum Order. SORRY ALL SOLD.
10115. REPRODUCTION OF AN IMPORTANT PROTO-CANAANITE ARROWHEAD WITH ONE OF THE EARLIEST KNOWN ALPHABETIC INSCRIPTIONS. Holy Land, Eastern Mediterranean, c. 11th century BC. The leaf form arrowhead inscribed on both sides with examples of what is thought to be the earliest known alphabetic writing, a rare script that bridges Proto-Canaanite and Early Phoenician. See Biblical Archaeology Review Vol. 30 No. 6 for illustration of one example and Vol. 25 No. 3. for an article describing the great importance of this script in the development of the alphabet with two additional illustrations. Links to similar genuine pieces will be provided to buyer. These are the earliest known examples of alphabetic writing which was then adopted by the Phoenicians and eventually passed on to the Greeks. Excessively rare, the article cites only 34 known examples. 2.75 inches. SOLD.
S286. ANCIENT BRONZE ARROWHEADS - TOP GRADE, c. 3rd century BC/AD. Various types of ancient Scythian, Greek & Roman arrowheads from ancient battlefields, most trilobate. Size averages 1 inch. Very few chips. Unpicked, we just reach into the bag and count them out. These sell at up to $75 apiece elsewhere. 10 arrowheads for $100 + $10 shipping. 10 is minimum Order. SORRY SOLD OUT.
S287. ANCIENT BRONZE ARROWHEADS - AVERAGE GRADE, c. 3rd century BC/AD. Various types of ancient Scythian, Greek & Roman arrowheads from ancient battlefields, many trilobate. Size averages 0.75-1 inches. Average number of breaks and chips. Unpicked, we just reach into the bag and count them out. These sell at up to $25 apiece elsewhere. 20 arrowheads for $100 + $10 shipping. 20 is minimum Order. SORRY SOLD OUT.
S288. BETTER ROMAN & BYZANTINE BRONZE RINGS, c. 1st-6th century AD. A great selection of ancient rings all wearable and in excellent condition with engraved bezels. Such rings were used not only as ornament but as the wearer's personal seal to mark important documents. Most are typical modern ring sizes and will fit most fingers. Your pick at $65 + $10 shipping. Specify row A, B or C and specify ring# counting from left and include brief description. x indicates the piece is SOLD. SORRY SOLD OUT.
S289. BETTER ROMAN & BYZANTINE BRONZE RINGS, c. 1st-6th century AD. A great selection of ancient rings all wearable and in excellent condition with engraved bezels. Such rings were used not only as ornament but as the wearer's personal seal to mark important documents. Most are typical modern ring sizes and will fit most fingers. Your pick at $65 + $10 shipping. Specify row A, B, C or D and specify ring# counting from left and include brief description. x indicates the piece is SOLD. SORRY SOLD OUT.
7188. SMALL GANDHARAN STONE HEAD OF A BUDDHIST SAINT, c. 2nd-4th century AD. 5 cm. SOLD.
6381. A BYZANTINE BONE OR IVORY FURNITURE FITTING, c. 4th-8th century AD. 2.75 inches. SOLD.
6210. 2 INDUS VALLEY/BACTRIAN HEAVY BRONZE BUCKLES, c. 2500-1000 BC. Two showing Chinese/Ordos type attachment lugs. To 3 inches. NOTE: the right one is sold. This listing is for the two better ones on the left with lugs on the bottom. SOLD.
6220. 25 PERSIAN ARM & HAND FIBULAE, 1st millennium BC. The fibulae in the shape of bent arms with hand clasps. Iron pins lost. To 3 inches. Much rarer than the common Roman type. SOLD.
7078. 25 PERSIAN HAND AND BOW FIBULAE, ca. 5th-3rd century BC. To 2.75 inches. Iron pins lost. Much scarcer than the European/Roman types. Almost all intact. SOLD.
9167. AN INDUS VALLEY TORSO, HALF ANIMAL-HALF WOMAN, ca. 3rd-2nd millennium BC. With pressed mouth, standing erect with the head of an animal and human breasts. 1.9 x 2.4 inches. Rare type. Better than photo. SOLD.
9168. AN INDUS VALLEY FERTILITY FIGURE, ca. 3rd–2nd millennium BC. Seated male figure with applied eyes and mouth and outstretched arms. 2.8 inches. An especially expressive figure full of life. Rare. Free standing. Better than photo. SOLD.
9796. AN EARLY THAI BROWN GLAZED BOWL, ca. 1st millennium AD. The small footed bowl with brown glaze over interior and coming down over the exterior till just above the base. 1.5 x 4 inches. Excellent condition. Scarce. SOLD.
9745. A ROMAN BRONZE HANDLE MOUNT, ca. 1st-3rd century AD. With a facing head. 2.25 inches. SOLD.
9604. A PERSIAN RAM'S HEAD SPOUT, c. early 1st millennium BC. With charming comic book style. 2.3". SOLD.
9860. AN INDUS VALLEY ANIMAL HEAD, ca. 1st millennium BC. 2.5 inches. SOLD.
9911. AN ANTIQUE ISLAMIC BEAD NECKLACE, Pakistan, early 20th century. ~16 inches. Beads in various materials. NOTE: THIS LOT IS THE INSIDE NECKLACE ONLY! SOLD.
9853. AN INDUS VALLEY ANIMAL TORSO, ca. 3rd-2nd millennium BC. 3 inches. Better than photo. SOLD.
9854. AN INDUS VALLEY ANIMAL HEAD, ca. 3rd-2nd millennium BC. 1.1 inches. SOLD.
10066. ANTIQUE CARVED ALABASTER HORSE HEAD BOOKENDS, Acquired by the current owners in the 1970's. Heavy carved bookends of banded alabaster in the form of classical horse head and necks. Nice gift for a reader or horse lover! Excellent condition. 7.25 x 4 x 2.5 inches. SOLD.
10060. GREEK CORE GLASS FRAGMENT WITH BEAUTIFUL IRIDESCENCE. c. 4th-1st century BC. Small fragment of a Greek core glass alabastron including a double loop handle. The piece with beautiful iridescence. 1.5 inches. The loop handle would serve as a natural suspension loop to wear it as an interesting pendant. SOLD.
10076. A ROMAN BRONZE STAND. Small Roman stand would make an excellent original stand for a small classical object of any type but especially for a small bronze figure. 1 x 1.5 inches, the top measuring 1 1/8 inches square. Nice example. SOLD.
10074. A ROMAN BRONZE STAND. Small Roman stand would make an excellent original stand for a small classical object of any type but especially for a small bronze figure. 7/8 x 1.0 x 3/4 inches tall, the top measuring 3/4 x 1.0 inches. SOLD.
9791. A DAO GUANG PLATE WITH FLOWER AND EIGHT TREASURES DESIGN, 1821-1850. With scalloped edge. 8 inches. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner from a large Mid Western collection in the 1990's, previously from a West Coast dealer in Asian art. SOLD.
9965. A TAIRONA 'FISH' GRATER, ca. 800-1500 AD. The terra cotta grater in the form of a fish with rough grating ridges. 12 inches. Rare. Repair through middle. On custom stand. Provenance: Purchased by the present owner from a major New York City antiquities dealer in the 1990's. SOLD.
9913. A WEST AFRICAN CARVED WOOD MASK, ca. early-mid 20th century. The large mask with one reddish cheek. 4.5 x 7 x 11.5 inches. Nice condition. Provenance: Purchased by the present owner from a New York City ethnographic art dealer in the 1990's. SOLD.
9760. FINE BYZANTINE TERRA COTTA OIL LAMP, ca. 5th-8th century AD. The lamp with tab handle and raised designs. 3.4 inches. Intact. SOLD.
9871. INDUS VALLEY OIL LAMP, c. 1st millennium BC. 3.25 inches. Of simple pinched rim form. Rare. Provenance: Purchased by the present owner at a benefit for a Pakistani girl's finishing school around 1985. SOLD.
9598. BETTER SYRIAN BRONZE CLOAK PIN. ca. 1st millennium BC. The cloak pin with central attachment hole and ribbed head. 4 inches. These pins were used to fasten and ornament garments and also doubled as weapons for personal protection. SOLD.
9609. MELON HEAD ANCIENT HOLY LAND CLOAK PIN, ca. 1000 BC. The head is melon form. 7 inches. SOLD.
9197. NARINO OCARINA WITH CHARMING MONKEY ON TOP, Capuli Complex, 850-1500 AD. In the form of a red glazed sea shell with incised designs and a molded monkey on the top. 4.6". Tip apparently restored otherwise nice condition. The monkey is much clearer than the photo shows with all four legs and long hanging tail nicely defined, his head cocked inquisitively to the left. SOLD.
11604. 10 DAMAGED ANCIENT OIL LAMPS, Assorted type lamps with cracks or breaks. Filled with olive oil with a wick in the front hole, these were the standard source of lighting for all ancient households. Size averages 3-4 inches. Bottom views. SOLD.
11629. LARGE GROUP OF EGYPTIAN AMULETS, c. 1st millennium BC. Huge group of many different types of small Egyptian amulets, scarabs, beads and pendants. Most intact. A wonderful diverse selection. 150+ count. Largest cream disk at lower right is 33mm in diameter. Sold individually you can easily double your money. Provenance: Imported legally into the US. Inspected and cleared by US Customs. Good and legal provenance provided to buyer.
SOLD.
11654. 4 FAKE JUDAEAN OFFERING VESSELS WITH INSCRIPTIONS. Largest is 8.5 inches diameter. Two with inscriptions. Heavy! No returns. Imported legally into the US. Inspected and cleared by US Customs. Other inscription.
SOLD.
11587. FINE QUALITY ORICHALCUM SPEAR HEAD, Uncertain age. 7.75 inches. Finely wrought spear head unusual in being made of orichalcum rather than bronze. Excellent condition with very sharp point. Provenance: The European antiquities market. Other side.
SOLD.
9981. A FINE CALIMA QUARTZ & GREENSTONE NECKLACE. Cauca valley, ca. 500BC-500AD. Hand carved & drilled beads. Rare and wearable. 25". Provenance: Purchased by the present owner from a major New York City antiquities dealer in the 1990's. SOLD.
11653. 6 FAKE NABATEAN ALABASTER HEADS. Largest is 9 inches. Heavy! No returns. Imported legally into the US. Inspected and cleared by US Customs.
SOLD.
MAYAN DOOMSDAY PROPHECY? 11414. INDIGENOUS CRAFT TEXTILE DEPICTING THE WATER GOD. Peru, mid 20th century. The textile depicting a water god with a stream of water flowing from his head surrounded by four birds. It should be noted that a somewhat similar water God appears on the last page of the Dresden Codex which is one of the only four original references mentioning the end of the Mayan long count which some interpret as the Mayan end of the world prophecy. Some have interpreted this as meaning that the world will be destroyed by water this time. Or it could refer to the birth of a new era as a water Goddess is also associated with childbirth and babies are sometimes depicted flowing out with the water. In any case an interesting protrayal. 7 x 11.25 inches in 13 x 17.5 inch wood frame. Excellent condition. Provenance: Gift of Manuel Mujica Gallo, founder of the Peruvian Gold Museum, to his friends the parents of the present owner in the 1950's. View in frame.
SOLD.
7858. FINELY CARVED WOOD GANESH, c. 19th century. Very artistically carved Ganesh, the pot bellied elephant god seated. Break to hand and age check in back. 2.25 x 3.25 inches. SOLD.
8361. TIBETAN POLYCHROMED WOOD MASK OF GANESH, c. 19th century. Hand carved polychromed wood mask of the elephant headed God with long trunk and adorned with human skulls. 7.3 x 13.5". SOLD.
9623. A GNATHIAN GREEK TREFOIL OINOCHOE, ca. 4th century BC. The single handled jug with pinched pouring rim, the body black-glazed with vine patterns in white, yellow and red. 6 inches. Some losses to glaze at base. SOLD.
9624. A GNATHIAN GREEK TREFOIL OINOCHOE, ca. 4th century BC. The single handled jug with pinched pouring rim, the body black-glazed with vine patterns in white, yellow and red. 6 inches. Some losses to glaze at base. SOLD.
9625. A GNATHIAN GREEK TREFOIL OINOCHOE, ca. 4th century BC. The single handled jug with pinched pouring rim, the body black-glazed with vine patterns in white, yellow and red. 6 inches. Some losses to glaze at base. SOLD.
11347. RESTORER'S SPECIAL, Small Middle Eastern Jug from the Arthur M. Sackler Collection. 2.5 x 3 inches. In several shards all of which appear to be present. No returns. Provenance: The Arthur M. Sackler Collection with original Sotheby's acquisition tag dated 1970. SOLD.
11346. RESTORER'S SPECIAL, Roman red glazed terra sigillata plate. 1.5 x 7 inches. One rim shard loose, a restored rim shard on the opposite side. A few of the missing flakes included in a plastic baggie. Has a small maker's mark impressed in the center. SOLD.
11345. RESTORER'S SPECIAL, Grey glazed ancient pot in fragments. The restored pot will be approximately 6 x 6 inches. Looks like most if not all fragments are present. No returns. SOLD.
9200. A NARINO OCARINA, Capuli Complex, 850-1500 AD. In the form of a sea shell with red and black designs on cream resist. 5". Large heavy example. Nice condition. SOLD.
9714. ROMAN MARBLE VOTIVE ALABASTRON. Roman Syria, ca. 1st-3rd century AD. The heavy thick-walled vessel with small drilled handles and narrow central channel. 3.35 inches. Rare. SOLD.
9715. ROMAN MARBLE VOTIVE ARYBALLOS. Roman Syria, ca. 1st-3rd century AD. The heavy thick-walled vessel with small drilled handles and narrow central channel. 2.75 inches. Rare. SOLD.
7985. GREEK BLACK GLAZED DISH. S. Italy, c. 4th century BC. The small dish on broad ring base with slightly inturned rim. 8.5 cm diameter. Excellent condition with ancient soil attesting authenticity. SOLD.
8015. A GREEK TERRA COTTA LOOM WEIGHT, c. 6th-3rd century BC. Of truncated pyramidal form with suspension loop. 2.25 inches. Rare early Greek weaving artifact. SOLD.
8016. A GREEK TERRA COTTA LOOM WEIGHT, c. 6th-3rd century BC. Of truncated pyramidal form with suspension loop. 2.25 inches. Rare early Greek weaving artifact. SOLD.
7240. A RARE EARLY GREEK OIL LAMP, c. 4th century BC. The small lamp of simple form on ring base. ~2.5 inches long x 2.25 inches high. These early lamps from the Greek classical period are much rarer than later Roman period or Holy Land oil lamps. SOLD.
7241. A RARE EARLY GREEK OIL LAMP, c. 4th century BC. The small lamp of simple form on ring base. ~2.5 inches long x 2.25 inches high. These early lamps from the Greek classical period are much rarer than later Roman period or Holy Land oil lamps. SOLD.
7243. A RARE EARLY GREEK OIL LAMP, c. 4th century BC. The small lamp of simple form on ring base. ~2.5 inches long x 2.25 inches high. These early lamps from the Greek classical period are much rarer than later Roman period or Holy Land oil lamps. SOLD.
10102. 17 FRAGMENTARY ANCIENT IVORY COMBS, Near East or Egypt, c. 1st millennium BC. All polished ivory drilled with a line of holes to insert tines for combing hair. The largest 2 inches. Quite rare! SOLD.
10053. ANTIQUE FROSTED GLASS CANDLESTICKS. Purchased by the current owner in the early 1960s or '70s. Molded of heavy frosted blue glass with beautiful blue translucence when the light shines through them. Traces of wax in the cups. Choice intact condition. 4.5 wide x 4.5 inches tall. SOLD.
10046. A STAFFORDSHIRE GIRL WITH FLOWER BASKET, early 20th century. 7.25 inches. Intact. SOLD.
10047. A GERMAN CAKE PLATE, early 20th century. 9 inches diameter. Intact. SOLD.
9977. A NARINO ZOOMORPHIC POT. Columbia, Guacari region, ca. 1000 AD. The burnished red glazed vessel with rim decorated with a molded frog. 2.5 inches. Intact. SOLD.
9872. AN INDUS VALLEY OIL LAMP, c. 1st millennium BC. 2.5 inches. Of simple pinched rim form. Rare. SOLD.
9169. AN INDUS VALLEY TORSO OF A FERTILITY GODDESS, ca. 3rd–2nd millennium BC. With applied eyes and mouth and outstretched arms, long braid of hair down back of head. 1.7 x 2.2 inches. Ancient cleanable soil deposits. Scarce. Free standing. SOLD.
9137. AN INDUS VALLEY ROCK CRYSTAL AMULET, ca. 3rd-2nd millennium BC. The crystal carved in the form of an animal, perhaps a bird. 1.75 inches. Excellent condition, better than photo. SOLD.
9138. AN INDUS VALLEY SCHIST AMULET, ca. 3rd-2nd millennium BC. The gray stone carved in the form of a bird. 2.35 inches. Excellent condition. SOLD.
9121. 5 HAN DYNASTY BELT HOOKS, 207 BC - 220 AD. To 2.6 inches. A couple with chips. SOLD.
7631. AN ARCHAIC GREEK GODDESS HEAD. Magna Graeca, c. 6th century BC. The terra cotta head of the goddess wearing a high polos. 1.75 inches. Rare Greek archaic piece. SOLD.
SOLD
7498. SASANIAN SILVER DIRHEM, 3rd-6th century AD. Bust of ruler wearing royal crown r./Fire altar with attendants.
SOLD
7500. LARGE PTOLEMAIC BRONZE COIN, c. 3rd-2nd century BC. AE38. Hd. Zeus r. /Eagle stg. on thunderbolt l.
SOLD
7501. LARGE PTOLEMAIC BRONZE COIN, c. 3rd-2nd century BC. AE36. Hd. Zeus r. /Eagle stg. on thunderbolt l.
SOLD for $75.
7502. LARGE PTOLEMAIC BRONZE COIN, c. 3rd-2nd century BC. AE36. Hd. Zeus r. /Eagle stg. on thunderbolt l.
SOLD
7510. PUNIC CARTHAGE, AE28. Hd. Artemis l./Horse stg. r., palm tree behind.
SOLD
7511. GORDIAN III, Sestertius. Gordian holding globe r.
SOLD
7514. 21 MOSTLY ANCIENT COINS. Includes large Ptolemaic AE38, Ptolemaic tetradrachm, Gordian 3 sestertius, fake dekadrachm of Syracuse, cast? silver Urbs Roma & Faustina, Napoleon, 6 small slugs originally in box labeled Kyrene, etc.
SOLD
7499. 10 ISLAMIC COINS. 4 early, 2 silver, 2 bronze, the other 6 smaller are later. To 22mm.
4798. 26 WIDOWS MITES OF THE BIBLE, JUDAEAN BRONZE COINS, c. Time of Jesus. Avg. F-F+.
SOLD
SOLD
8102. 100 MEDIEVAL SICILIAN COINS, c. 12th-13th century. Most with clear devices. ~13-15 mm. Roger and other rulers.
SOLD
8103. 70 MEDIEVAL SICILIAN COINS, c. 12th-13th century. Most with clear devices. ~13-15 mm. Roger and other rulers. Purchase the lot or 10 for $50.
SOLD
7710. 2 COUNTERMARKED GREEK BRONZE COINS. AE24 and AE18.
SOLD
7485. SASANIAN SILVER DIRHEM, 3rd-6th century AD. Bust of ruler wearing royal crown r./Fire altar with attendants. Better type but holed and edge flakes.
SOLD.
7486. SASANIAN SILVER DIRHEM, 3rd-6th century AD. Bust of ruler wearing royal crown r./Fire altar with attendants.
SOLD
7487. SASANIAN SILVER DIRHEM, 3rd-6th century AD. Bust of ruler wearing royal crown r./Fire altar with attendants.
SOLD.
7488. SASANIAN SILVER DIRHEM, 3rd-6th century AD. Bust of ruler wearing royal crown r./Fire altar with attendants.
SOLD
7489. SASANIAN SILVER DIRHEM, 3rd-6th century AD. Bust of ruler wearing royal crown r./Fire altar with attendants.
SOLD
7490. SASANIAN SILVER DIRHEM, 3rd-6th century AD. Bust of ruler wearing royal crown r./Fire altar with attendants.
SOLD.
7491. SASANIAN SILVER DIRHEM, 3rd-6th century AD. Bust of ruler wearing royal crown r./Fire altar with attendants.
SOLD.
7492. SASANIAN SILVER DIRHEM, 3rd-6th century AD. Bust of ruler wearing royal crown r./Fire altar with attendants.
SOLD
7493. SASANIAN SILVER DIRHEM, 3rd-6th century AD. Bust of ruler wearing royal crown r./Fire altar with attendants.
SOLD
7494. SASANIAN SILVER DIRHEM, 3rd-6th century AD. Bust of ruler wearing royal crown r./Fire altar with attendants.
SOLD
7495. SASANIAN SILVER DIRHEM, 3rd-6th century AD. Bust of ruler wearing royal crown r./Fire altar with attendants.
SOLD
7496. SASANIAN SILVER DIRHEM, 3rd-6th century AD. Bust of ruler wearing royal crown r./Fire altar with attendants.
SOLD.
7266. EARLY ST. MARTIN & VIRGIN MEDAL, Italy, 18th-19th century. 35 mm with suspension loop.
9442. 25 CHOICE EF CONSTANTINE THE GREAT PERIOD ROMAN BRONZE COINS. All sharp EF with fine detail in hair and reverses. Considerably better than image. Great dealer lot, should sell individually for double or more. $650 estimate.
SOLD for $225 - 20%.
10123. 500+ LARGE BAG OF POOR QUALITY UNCLEANED ANCIENT COINS. Bag says 525 coins which is close if not exact. Weight is 930 gm. Appears to be many types including Roman, Byzantine and a few early Islamic and Greek. Quality is low so very cheap. No returns!
SOLD for $25.
10124. 500+ LARGE BAG OF POOR QUALITY UNCLEANED ANCIENT COINS. Bag says 565 coins which is close if not exact. Weight is 1150 gm. Appears to be many types including Roman, Byzantine and a few early Islamic and Greek. Quality is low so very cheap. No returns!
SOLD for $25.
10125. 1000+ LARGER BAG OF POOR QUALITY UNCLEANED ANCIENT COINS. Probably well over 1000 coins. Weight is 2350 gm. Appears to be many types including Roman, Byzantine and a few early Islamic and Greek. Quality is low so very cheap. No returns!
SOLD for $50.
10061. ALEXANDER THE GREAT SILVER TETRADRACHM, 336-323 BC. Coin obverse with young Hercules wearing a lion skin r. /Zeus seated on his throne l. F. Some gold iridescence.
SOLD for $97.50.
SOLD FOR $45.
7506. NERO, BILLON SILVER TETRADRACHM OF EGYPT. Radiate hd. Nero r./Stg. female with wreath & scepter leaning on pedestal. An inexpensive silver coin of Nero with a decent portrait!
SORRY ALL ARE SOLD.
S295. ROMAN SILVER DENARIUS HOARD. c. 2nd - 3rd century AD. A nice new hoard of Roman silver denarii for you to pick from. Your choice at $45 or take all remaining coins from the hoard at $25 apiece. Free shipping for individual coins. Great selection with many different types and emperors and empresses. Nice condition with no duds with all clear portraits and reverses. Should sell for double individually. Coins marked with an X are SOLD Specify individual coins by A-F down and 1-9 across.
10059. SCARCE ANTONINUS PIUS AS, 138-161 AD. Nice portrait of Antoninus Pius and scarce reverse with the she-wolf suckling Romulus and Remus. A nice coin but unfortunately with some bronze disease. Below in the large exergue area a small boat on the water which has become entangled in vines to the r. This is certainly the vessel in which Romulus and Remus were cast adrift upon the Tiber which became entangled in a vine near the Palatine Hill where the twins were then found and nursed by the she-wolf. VF. Scarce. Interesting mythological type from the founding of Rome.
SOLD FOR $45
SOLD FOR $15.50
7937. CLAUDIUS As, 41-54 AD. Bare head l./LIBERTAS AVGVSTA, Libertas stg. r. EF. Well centered sharply stuck with every detail present showing in face and hair. Unfortunately with bronze disease though not affecting portrait.
SOLD ON EBAY
7857. INDIAN JADE GANESH, mid 20th century. The elephant god seated in green jade. 1.5 x 2.5 inches.
9239. NARINO POLYCHROME VESSEL. Columbia, Capuli Complex, 850-1500 AD. The vessel with spherical body on cylindrical base and conical top, the exterior with painted geometric designs. 3.6 inches. Original suspension holes in rim.
SOLD FOR $71 ON EBAY
9229. A TUMACO-LA TOLITA ROLLER SEAL. Columbia/Ecuador ca. 300 BC. The cylindrical seal with geometric designs and hollow in the center. 3.25 inches. Intact. Scarce. See 'Tumaco', by Yves Sabolo, p. 147 for the type.
SOLD FOR $51 ON EBAY
9115. EARLY BYZANTINE GREEK SILVER RING, c. 6th-12th century. The bezel in the form of a cone with large granulations and fine applied twisted rope designs. 31 mm, 18 mm internal. Said to have been found with a hoard of Alexander the Great gold Staters at a Balkan site. Scarce. Wearable.
SOLD FOR $110 ON EBAY.
9074. ROMAN BRONZE HEAD OF A GODDESS OR EMPRESS, ca. 1st-3rd century AD. The facing head of a female, remains of mounting tenon at rear. 1.1 inches.
SOLD.
8958. AN EGYPTIAN FAIENCE EYE OF HORUS AMULET, ca. 1st millennium BC. As pictured. Between 12-27 mm. Email for exact size.
SOLD.
8955. AN EGYPTIAN FAIENCE EYE OF HORUS AMULET, ca. 1st millennium BC. As pictured. Between 12-27 mm. Email for exact size.
SOLD.
8949. AN EGYPTIAN STONE EYE OF HORUS AMULET, ca. 1st millennium BC. Of gray micaceous stone. 20 mm.
SOLD FOR $26.
9605. A HOLY LAND 'SAUCER' LAMP. First Temple Period, time of Saul, David and Solomon, ca. 1000 BC. The standard source of indoor lighting during the period. 5-6 inches. Excellent condition. Scarce.
SOLD.
9606. A HOLY LAND 'SAUCER' LAMP. First Temple Period, time of Saul, David and Solomon, ca. 1000 BC. The standard source of indoor lighting during the period. 5-6 inches. Excellent condition. Scarce.
SOLD.
9608. ANCIENT HOLY LAND BRONZE BEAD NECKLACE, ca. 1st millennium BC. ~16 inches. Rare!
SOLD.
9537. A HOLY LAND BRONZE AGE JAR. ca. 2nd millennium BC. The biconical jar with two ring handles and rolled rim. 4.5 x 5.5 inches. Some surface abrasion.
SOLD.
9539. A HOLY LAND BRONZE AGE BOTTLE. ca. 2nd millennium BC. The terracotta bottle with everted rim. 4.25 inches. Age crack on side.
SOLD.
9540. A HOLY LAND BRONZE AGE JAR. ca. 2nd millennium BC. The bowl of biconical form with twin ring handles and flattened base. 3.5 x 5.5 inches. Rim chips.
SOLD.
9527. EARLY BRONZE AGE HOLY LAND JUG, 3150-2200 BC. The single handled redware vessel with traces of hatched net designs in red. 3.75 x 3.75 inches. Handle reattached and lines in rim. Rare with traces of paint.
SOLD FOR $56
9750. ROMANO CELTIC TINNED BRONZE BROOCH, c. 3rd-5th century. In the form of a four lobed circle with interior crescents, pin supports intact on reverse though iron pin is rusted away. 1.3 inches.
SOLD.
10041. GRAND TOUR BRONZE OIL LAMP, late 19th century. Nice quality Grand Tour version of a Roman lamp with double spout, leaf handle and swan. 4 inches. Nice.
SOLD
9857. INDUS VALLEY COSMETIC VESSEL WITH LID, ca. 3rd-2nd millennium BC. 1.6 x 2.1 inches. Intact. Provenance: Purchased by the present owner at a benefit for a Pakistani girl's finishing school around 1985.
SOLD FOR $66 ON EBAY
9858. INDUS VALLEY MALE HEAD, ca. 1st millennium BC. 1.9 inches. Provenance: Purchased by the present owner at a benefit for a Pakistani girl's finishing school around 1985.
SOLD FOR $24 ON EBAY
9859. INDUS VALLEY BOAR'S HEAD, ca. 1st millennium BC. 2 inches. Provenance: Purchased by the present owner at a benefit for a Pakistani girl's finishing school around 1985.
SOLD FOR $12.50 ON EBAY
9851. EARLY PERSIAN TWO HANDLED POT, ca. 8th-12th century. The heavy bodied vessel with remains of green crackle glaze. 3.8 inches. Better than image shows. Rare. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner from a Middle Eastern antiquities dealer in the 1990's.
SOLD.
9803. EARLY ISLAMIC TERRA COTTA OIL LAMP, ca. 8th-9th century AD. The lamp of raised conical form with loop handle and protruding spout. 5.3 inches. Intact rare large example. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner from a New Jersey collection in the 1990's, previously from the European market via established dealers.
SOLD.
9804. EARLY ISLAMIC TERRA COTTA OIL LAMP, ca. 8th-9th century AD. The lamp of raised conical form and ridged body with loop handle and protruding spout. 3.75 inches. Intact. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner from a New Jersey collection in the 1990's, previously from the European market via established dealers.
SOLD.
9801. EARLY PERSIAN TURQUOISE GLAZED PITCHER, ca. 10th-12th century AD. The small pitcher of squat form on ring base with high neck and neck, the neck in the form of a bird's head, the body covered with thick turquoise glaze, the body with eight molded facets. 5.75 inches. Repaired with small patches to shoulder. Rare early Islamic piece. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner from a New Jersey collection in the 1990's, previously from the European market via established dealers.
SOLD ON EBAY FOR $167.
9987. RARE BURA EARLY AFRICAN TERRA COTTA HEAD. Niger, 3rd-10th century. 7.5". Rare early African art. Losses to back of head but front is intact and displays well. Provenance: Purchased by the present owner from a German ethnographic art dealer in the 1990's.
SOLD.
9984. A NARINO QUADRANGULAR PEDESTAL BOWL. Columbia, Capuli complex, ca. 850-1500 AD. Black on red resist painted with sky sign. 3.2". Intact. Provenance: Purchased by the present owner from a major New York City antiquities dealer in the 1990's.
SOLD.
9972. A LA TOLITA HEAD. Ecuador, ca. 300 BC. The head with large ears and typical ritually deformed skull. 3 inches. Chip to nose and upper lip. Scarce. On custom stand. An inexpensive example. Provenance: Purchased by the present owner from a major New York City antiquities dealer in the 1990's.
SOLD.
SOLD $97.50.
7392. EGYPTIAN BRONZE FIGURE OF ANUBIS, 1st millennium BC. The jackal-headed god standing with one leg forward, hands at side and erect ears. 2 inches. See Andrews, fig. 20 for the type.
SOLD ON EBAY FOR $100.
7390. EGYPTIAN BRONZE FIGURE OF HARPOCRATES, 1st millennium BC. The boy god naked with prince's shaven head and sidelock, his finger to his mouth. 1 x 2.5 inches. Lower legs lost, encrustation hiding detail.
SOLD.
7270. ROMAN BRONZE FIGURE OF TELESPHOROS, GOD OF CONVALESCENCE, c. 1st-3rd century AD. Depicted wearing his usual long robe. A votive figure believed to help an ancient invalid get well. 2 inches.
SOLD.
7267. ROMAN BRONZE APPLICAE, c. 1st-3rd century AD. Circular form, traces of gold inlay in the incisions, mounting tenon on rv. 30 mm.
SOLD.
7268. ROMAN BRONZE APPLICAE, c. 1st-3rd century AD. Elongated rhomboid form with molded segments, two mounting clamps on rv. 72 mm.
SOLD.
7418. LATE ROMAN BYZANTINE MINIATURE GLASS BOTTLE, c. 3th-5th century AD. Pale green glass with multiply pinched neck. 1.4 inches. Rim chip. These miniature vessels are quite rare.
SOLD.
7440. COPTIC STONE CROSS. Egypt, c. 4th-6th century. Polished white stone with suspension hole. 1.25 inches. Poorly repaired chip to bottom that needs to be removed and reglued.
SOLD ON EBAY FOR $56.
7453. GRECO ROMAN BABY FEEDER, c. 2nd century BC/AD. Unglazed terra cotta with nipple spout. 2 x 2.25 inches. Section of broken rim inside.
SOLD.
7454. SMALL ROMAN BLACK GLAZED OINOCHOE, c. 1st-3rd century AD. Pinched spout for pouring, handle lost. 2 inches.
SOLD.
7242. A RARE EARLY GREEK OIL LAMP, c. 4th century BC. The small lamp of simple form on ring base. ~2.5 inches long x 2.25 inches high. These early lamps from the Greek classical period are much rarer than later Roman period or Holy Land oil lamps.
SOLD.
7244. A RARE EARLY GREEK OIL LAMP, c. 4th century BC. The small lamp of simple form on ring base. ~2.5 inches long x 2.25 inches high. These early lamps from the Greek classical period are much rarer than later Roman period or Holy Land oil lamps.
SOLD.
7245. A RARE EARLY GREEK OIL LAMP, c. 4th century BC. The small lamp of simple form on ring base. ~2.5 inches long x 2.25 inches high. These early lamps from the Greek classical period are much rarer than later Roman period or Holy Land oil lamps.
SOLD.
7246. A RARE EARLY GREEK OIL LAMP, c. 4th century BC. The small lamp of simple form on ring base. ~2.5 inches long x 2.25 inches high. These early lamps from the Greek classical period are much rarer than later Roman period or Holy Land oil lamps.
SOLD.
7247. A RARE EARLY GREEK OIL LAMP, c. 4th century BC. The small lamp of simple form on ring base. ~2.5 inches long x 2.25 inches high. These early lamps from the Greek classical period are much rarer than later Roman period or Holy Land oil lamps.
10110. HAND ENGRAVED SILVER POSY RING. Contemporary medieval style posy ring, hand made and hand engraved with "I Love Thee FMD". FMD is not a person's initials but is posy shorthand for 'Forever My Desire'. 19 mm internal diameter, US ring size 9. (Click on Tools in our Menu for a ring size converter.)
SOLD.
10111. HAND ENGRAVED 10? CARAT GOLD POSY RING. Contemporary medieval style posy ring, hand made and hand engraved with "I Love Thee". 19 mm internal diameter. US ring size 9. (Click on Tools in our Menu for a ring size converter.) $50 estimate.
SOLD.
10109. RESTORER'S SPECIAL #4. A broken Greek black glazed baby feeder. Good quality Greek pottery in 5 large pieces ready for repairing. All pieces are present. The baby feeder will be ~4 inches when repaired and worth considerably more.
SOLD for $45.
10108. RESTORER'S SPECIAL #3. Broken small Punic amphora. A Punic or Sicilian terra cotta amphora in 4 large shards with several smaller ones ready for repairing. All pieces are present just propped up in the photo with a few inside not shown. Amphora will be ~11 inches tall when repaired and worth considerably more.
SOLD for $25.
10107. RESTORER'S SPECIAL #2. Broken Athenian black glazed 2 handled cup, c. 4th century BC. High quality Greek pottery in a number of pieces ready for repairing. All pieces present. Pot will be ~5 inches across the handles when repaired and worth considerably more.
SOLD for $45.
10106. RESTORER'S SPECIAL #1. Broken Etruscan Bucchero ware vase. Good quality Etruscan pottery in a number of pieces ready for repairing. All pieces appear to be present. Pot will be 4 - 5 inches when repaired and worth considerably more.
SOLD for $25.
10105. AN EXCEPTIONAL ANCIENT HOLY LAND JEWELRY MAKING HAMMER, Roman Period, c. 1st century BC/AD. The small bronze hammer itself ornamented with a fine raised cast scroll design on the sides (the other side less clear). No doub would have been used by a master craftsman for making jewelry and ornaments, or small casques and cosmetics containers. From the area of the Holy Land. 2 inches.
SOLD.
10104. HOARD OF 23 ANCIENT METAL WORKING TOOLS, Roman Period, c. 1st century BC/AD. The hoard includes a wonderful selection of small iron and bronze tools of various sorts for fine metal and jewelry working. All from the area of the Holy Land. To 3.5 inches for the longest.
SOLD.
10103. HOARD OF 13 ANCIENT HOLY LAND JEWELRY MAKING HAMMERS, Roman Period, c. 1st century BC/AD. This hoard includes a number of small specialized bronze and iron hammers and instruments for making jewelry and ornaments, or small casques and cosmetics containers. All from the area of the Holy Land. To 2.75 inches for the longest.
SOLD.
10101. 7 INTACT ANCIENT IVORY COMBS, Near East or Egypt, c. 1st millennium BC. All polished ivory drilled with a line of holes both sides to hold the tines for combing hair. The largest ~2.5 inches. Quite rare!
SOLD.
10100. 6 ANCIENT GLASS AND IVORY ORNAMENTS, Roman to Early Islamic. All cabochon settings from ornaments. 2 black glass, 1 ivory, one glass with beautiful silvery blue iridescence both sides, a very smoothly polished jasper colored one, and an exceptional early Islamic cabochon with a white glass star and crescent in dark blue glass. All from the area of the Holy Land. The largest a little over 1 inch.
SOLD.
10099. HOARD OF 13 ANCIENT HOLY LAND ARTIFACTS, c. 2nd millennium BC through Roman and Byzantine Period. Hoard includes a number of beads and spindle whorls including an unusual lead bead, a black glass bead, 2 bronze items and a small triangular stamp seal with traces of an intaglio. All from the area of the Holy Land. To 3.25 inches for the pick.
SOLD for $97.50.
10098. HOARD OF 13 ANCIENT HOLY LAND IVORY AND BONE ARTIFACTS, c. 1st - 2nd millennium BC. Selection includes a finely polished cosmetic pick, 4 intact ivory rings, and various ornaments and fragments including 2 with inlay. All from the area of the Holy Land. To 3.25 inches for the pick.
SOLD.
10096. HOARD OF 10 ANCIENT HOLY LAND ARTIFACTS, c. 1st - 2nd millennium BC. Selection of various beads, spindle whorls and ornaments including one quite exceptional openwork bead, 2 melon beads and a small ivory 3 holed ornament. All from the area of the Holy Land. To 1.5 inches for the ring.
SOLD for $85.
10075. A ROMAN BRONZE STAND. Small Roman stand would make an excellent original stand for a small classical object of any type but especially for a small bronze figure. 1 x 1.5 x 1/2 inches tall, the top measuring 3/4 x 1.5 inches. Small hole in top is original to take a pin to secure an object but would be covered when used.
SOLD FOR $31.
10068. MORMON TEMPLE COMMEMORATIVE STERLING SPOON, Patent 1902 on rv. The bowl engraved with the Mormon temple and the inscription "TEMPLE SALT LAKE CITY", the handle with a molded semi-nude lady with grapes. Hallmark beginning with km and stag's head on rev. 5.5 inches.
SOLD.
10064. ANTIQUE BING AND GRONDAHL PORCELAIN PLAQUE, c. mid 20th century. The plaque depicting a classical scene with nude lady, putto raising his tunic to hold fruit and a cherub. Suspension hole at top for hanging. Fine classical art after Bertel Thorvaldsen. 5.6 x 0.4 inches.
SOLD.
10058. PRE-COLUMBIAN FIX UP SPECIAL, c. first millennium AD. Nicely modeled strong male figure with polychromed face. Breaks at neck and legs. 3 x 6 inches.
SOLD for $45.
10052. ANTIQUE JAPANESE GOH SET. Purchased by the current owner in the early 1960s in Japan. Folding board (shown folded) and turned wood containers (stable edge cracks) with black and white stones. Standard size board. The stones measure 1/4 inch thick.
SOLD.
10051. FOLK ART CARVED WOODEN CRESCENT MOON, mid 20th century. 12 inches high by 2.5 inches deep. Carved the same on both sides. Very decorative for hanging with new brass screw hook replacing the older one. Excellent condition.
SOLD.
10046. A STAFFORDSHIRE GIRL WITH FLOWER BASKET, early 20th century. 7.25 inches. Intact.
SOLD.
10047. A GERMAN CAKE PLATE, early 20th century. 9 inches diameter. Intact.
SOLD.
9980. TWO TUMACO-LA TOLITA CERAMIC HEADS, ca. 300BC-200AD. One head with remains of red paint. To 2.6". One repaired. Stand supports both heads.
SOLD.
9976. A NARINO SQUASH FORM VESSEL. Columbia, Guacari region, ca. 1000 AD. The burnished red glaze vessel with curled neck in the form of a native squash. 2.8 inches. Intact with a few interesting dendritic deposits.
SOLD.
9856. AN INDUS VALLEY BULL HEAD, ca. 3rd-2nd millennium BC. 1.25 inches.
SOLD.
9759. A BYZANTINE TERRA COTTA OIL LAMP, ca. 5th-8th century AD. The lamp with tab handle and raised designs. 4 inches. Intact.
SOLD.
9755. LARGE BYZANTINE TERRA COTTA OIL LAMP, ca. 5th-8th century AD. The large lamp with animal head handle and finely detailed raised designs. 5.4 inches. Crack along mold seam.
SOLD.
9747. A ROMAN BRONZE APPLIQUE OR PENDANT, ca. 1st-3rd century AD. The banana or crescent form pendant with end knobs. 1.2 x 1.25 inches. Unusual.
SOLD FOR $11.50 ON EBAY
9693. AN ETRUSCAN TERRA COTTA FOREARM, ca. 7th - 5th century BC. The forearm with fingers curved to thumb, mortise hole for attachment to a larger figure. 2.2 inches.
SOLD FOR $7.37 ON EBAY
9607. 2 ANCIENT BRONZE BRACELETS FROM THE HOLY LAND, ca. 1st millennium BC. ~3 inches diameter. Large and heavy examples.
SOLD
9597. A SYRIAN BRONZE CLOAK PIN. ca. 2nd millennium BC. The cloak pin with central attachment hole and knobbed head. 3.85 inches. These pins were used to fasten and ornament garments and also doubled as weapons for personal protection.
SOLD FOR $12.16 ON EBAY
9593. A SYRIAN BRONZE CLOAK PIN. ca. 2nd - 3rd millennium BC. The cloak pin with curled head forming a loop attachment hole. 4 inches. These pins were used to fasten and ornament garments and also doubled as weapons for personal protection. A very early example. Tip of point not showing in image.
SOLD FOR $7.27 ON EBAY
9569. A CYPRIOT OINOCHOE, ca. 6th-5th century BC. The small jug with pinched pouring spout and lines of glaze radiating down the body from the neck. 3 x 3.6 inches. Intact.
SOLD
9541. A HOLY LAND BRONZE AGE BOTTLE. ca. 2nd millennium BC. The piriform bottle with thin vertical neck with reinforced rim and flattened base. 2.1 x 3.5 inches. Intact.
SOLD.
9538. A HOLY LAND BRONZE AGE JAR. ca. 2nd millennium BC. The piriform jar with single handle. 2.5 x 3.25 inches. Cracks and in need of repair.
SOLD.
9532. A HOLY LAND BRONZE AGE JUG. Middle Bronze, 2200-1550 BC. The vessel with cylindrical body and thin neck with single strap handle, remains of vertical painted bands visible under ancient lime deposits. 3.75 x 5.5 inches. Cracks in body and in need of repair.
SOLD FOR $120 ON EBAY.
9529. A HOLY LAND EARLY BRONZE AGE JUG. ca. 3rd millennium BC. The spherical vessel with two perforated tab handles. 2.75 x 3 inches. Neatly repaired from two pieces.
SOLD.
9222. A SMALL SAN AUGUSTINE BURNISHED VESSEL. Columbia, ca. 500 BC- 1000 AD. The vessel of spheroidal form with an applied humanoid head and arms, two small ring handles. 2.4 inches. Stable hairline crack in body. Rare type.
SOLD FOR $97.50.
9202. A NARINO OCARINA, Capuli Complex, 850-1500 AD. In the form of a sea shell with red on cream resist. 3.9". Nice condition.
SOLD.
9166. AN INDUS VALLEY FROG HANDLE, ca. 3rd-2nd millennium BC. The handle with the head of a frog with applied eyes and pressed mouth, remains of paint on the back. 3.75 inches. Scarce. Free standing.
SOLD.
9170. A RARE GANDHARA TERRA COTTA POT, ca. 2nd-3rd century AD. The pot with an unusual pattern of black painted designs over red. 5.5 x 6.25 inches. In two sections with a fairly clean horizontal break. Gandharan pottery is rarely available on the market.
SOLD.
8943. AN EGYPTIAN FAIENCE U'SHAbI, 26th Dynasty, 664-525 BC. The protective figure of pale green to sand color with traces of black painted hieroglyphics from the Book of The Dead. ~3.75". Feet neatly reattached.
SOLD $145.
SOLD $97.50.
7627. AN ARCHAIC GREEK GODDESS HEAD. Magna Graeca, c. 6th century BC. The terra cotta head of the goddess wearing a high polos. 2.5 inches. Rare Greek archaic piece.
SOLD.
7628. AN ARCHAIC GREEK GODDESS HEAD. Magna Graeca, c. 6th century BC. The terra cotta head of the goddess wearing a high polos. 2.25 inches. Rare Greek archaic piece.
SOLD FOR $15 ON EBAY
7629. AN ARCHAIC GREEK GODDESS HEAD. Magna Graeca, c. 6th century BC. The terra cotta head of the goddess wearing a high polos. 2.0 inches. Rare Greek archaic piece.
SOLD.
7630. AN ARCHAIC GREEK GODDESS HEAD. Magna Graeca, c. 6th century BC. The terra cotta head of the goddess wearing a high polos. 2.25 inches. Rare Greek archaic piece.
SOLD FOR $38 ON EBAY
7632. AN ARCHAIC GREEK GODDESS HEAD. Magna Graeca, c. 6th century BC. The terra cotta head of the goddess wearing a high polos. 2.25 inches. Rare Greek archaic piece.
SOLD FOR $42 ON EBAY
7633. AN ARCHAIC GREEK GODDESS HEAD. Magna Graeca, c. 6th century BC. The terra cotta head of the goddess wearing a high polos. 1.75 inches. Rare Greek archaic piece.
SOLD FOR $37 ON EBAY
7634. AN EARLY CLASSICAL GREEK GODDESS HEAD. Magna Graeca, c. 5th century BC. The terra cotta head of the goddess wearing a high bun. 1.75 inches.
SOLD.
6768. A GREEK BLACK-GLAZED ECHINUS BOWL, 3rd-2nd century BC. On ring base with slightly inturned rim. 1.75 x 4.5 inches. Intact.
SOLD FOR $45
6211. 5 BETTER GANDHARAN STONE FRAGMENTS, c. 3rd-4th century AD. The gray shist pieces all with good detail and separately salable. To 4.5 inches. Significantly better detail than image shows.
SOLD.
6214. 9 INDUS VALLEY TERRA COTTA BULLS, c. 2500-1500 BC. Humped bulls with chips etc. To 5 inches.
SOLD.
6218. A MOHENJO DARO STYLE PIPER. The copper alloy kilt-wearing piper figure probably not too old but if original would be a real treasure. 5.25 inches, chip to base.
SOLD FOR $76.
7074. 5 PIECE LOT. 2 antique Pakistani large ornate bronze rings, 2 antique Indus valley carved bone rings, one with carved elephant and lion, 1 ancient style Indus Valley/Bactrian carved stone disk with engraved head. The disk 3.5 inches.
SOLD FOR $56.
7075. 7 INDUS VALLEY AMULETS AND BEADS, c. 3rd-2nd millennium BC. Most of black stone, several with engraved annulets, one lapis. To 40 mm.
SORRY ALL SOLD.
S294. EARLY CHRISTIAN OIL LAMPS FROM THE HOLY LAND. c. 1st-6th century AD. These fired clay lamps were made with a central hole for filling with olive oil and a hole in the front for the wick. They provided the standard light source of the time. Size averages 3+ inches. These sell for up to $175 elsewhere. In nice condition considering their age with only a few imperfections. A small group recently acquired. We ship the best ones first. Price is $75 + $10 shipping in US.
SORRY ALL SOLD.
S287. ANCIENT BRONZE ARROWHEADS - AVERAGE GRADE, c. 3rd century BC/AD. Various types of ancient Scythian, Greek & Roman arrowheads from ancient battlefields, many trilobate. Size averages 0.75-1 inches. Average number of breaks and chips. Unpicked, we just reach into the bag and count them out. These sell at up to $25 apiece elsewhere. 20 arrowheads for $100 + $10 shipping. 20 is minimum Order.
SOLD.
7220. CHOICE LARGE LAPIS STAMP SEAL, SASANIAN style (4th-6th century AD). The large donut shaped seal carved from high grade gold pyrite flecked lapis of excellent color and carved with a deeply engraved stag stg. r. 36 mm x 22 mm thick. Very impressive and would look great suspended from a chain.
SOLD.
7452. REPRODUCTION ROMAN RED GLAZED BOWL. 19th-early 20th century AD. Painted in black with heroic figures. 2.75 x 3.5 inches. Repaired.
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