![Ancient Luristan (Iran) Iron Age Bronze Opium Poppy Pin, early 1st millennium BCE: Ancient Luristan (Iran) Iron Age Bronze Opium Poppy Pin, early 1st millennium BCE](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180629072_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719150025)
Ancient Greek & Roman Silver
![Ancient Luristan (Iran) Iron Age Bronze Opium Poppy Pin, early 1st millennium BCE: Ancient Luristan (Iran) Iron Age Bronze Opium Poppy Pin, early 1st millennium BCE](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180629072_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719150025)
![Ancient Kushan Bronze Coin, Kanishka I AE Unit, Bactrian Series, circa 127-150 AD: This ancient Kushan bronze coin, designated as an AE (Aes) unit, dates back to the reign of Kanishka I (circa 127-150 AD). Weighing 15.5 grams and measuring 25-26 mm in diameter, with a 12 o'clock die](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180607983_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719073207)
![Ancient Sasanian Stone Carved Spindle Whorl or Disk, ca 224-651 AD: Ancient Sasanian Stone Carved Spindle Whorl or Disk, ca 224-651 AD](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180516790_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Lot of 2 Ancient Celtic La Tene Culture Bronze Pendants, circa 450-50 BCE: This lot features two exquisite bronze pendants from the La Tene culture, a significant period in Celtic history that flourished between 450 and 50 BCE. Each pendant showcases the intricate craftsmans](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180516764_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Antique Southeast Asian Cambodian Bronze Votive Figurine: Antique Southeast Asian Cambodian Bronze Votive Figurine](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180516761_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Cypriot Bronze Bell, 4th Century BCE: Ancient Cypriot Bronze Bell, 4th Century BCE](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180516754_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Iron Age La Tène Bronze Ribbed Torc, Copper Alloy, Circa 450-100 BC: This exceptional bronze ribbed torc from the Iron Age La Tène culture exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship of the period. The La Tène culture, known for its artistic metalwork, spanned across muc](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180634757_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719178660)
![Ancient Mesopotamian Sumerian (Old Babylonian) Cylinder Seal, circa 2000-1600 BC: Ancient Mesopotamian Sumerian (Old Babylonian) Cylinder Seal, circa 2000-1600 BC](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180630486_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719162439)
![Ancient Archaic Greek Terracotta Votive Idol Figure Statuette, Circa 7th Century BC: This Archaic Greek Terracotta Votive Idol Statuette, dating back to the 7th century BC, exemplifies the artistic and cultural expressions of ancient Greece during the Archaic period. Characterized by](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180630427_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719160540)
![Ancient Far East Pottery Terracotta Figure of a Seated Girl, 7th - 8th Century: A captivating Ancient Far East pottery terracotta figure dating from the 7th to 8th century. This figure represents a girl seated with her hands resting on her knees, showcasing the artistic style of](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180630191_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719158378)
![Ancient Central Asian Silk Road Region Chlorite Schist Tribal Mask: Ancient Central Asian Silk Road Region Chlorite Schist Tribal Mask](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180629155_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719150935)
![Ancient Luristan Bronze Axe Head, c. 1000-650 BC: This exceptional artifact is an ancient Luristan bronze axe head, dating from approximately 1000-650 BC. This piece highlights the sophisticated metallurgical techniques and artistic craftsmanship of](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180524341_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Luristan Bronze Axe Head, c. 1000-650 BC: This exceptional artifact is an ancient Luristan bronze axe head, dating from approximately 1000-650 BC. This piece highlights the sophisticated metallurgical techniques and artistic craftsmanship of](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180524328_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Bronze Age Bracelet Armlet with Geometric Design, Circa 1500-600 BC: Ancient Bronze Age Bracelet Armlet with Geometric Design, Circa 1500-600 BC](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180514730_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Luristan Bronze Belt Plaque with Two Ibexes: Ancient Luristan Bronze Belt Plaque with Two Ibexes](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180514720_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Celtic Twisted Bronze Bracelet with Snake-Head Terminals, 1st Millennium BCE: Ancient Celtic Twisted Bronze Bracelet with Snake-Head Terminals, 1st Millennium BCE](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180514701_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Silk Route Marble Weight, Nishapur Period 8th-12th Century CE: This exquisite marble weight originates from the Silk Route and dates back to the Nishapur period. The weight features a rounded top and a cylindrical body, distinctively marked with seven incised dot](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180498261_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Sasanian Walrus Ivory Spindle Whorl, ca 224-651 AD: Ancient Sasanian Walrus Ivory Spindle Whorl, ca 224-651 AD](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180516746_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Egyptian Basalt Fist Amulet: Ancient Egyptian Basalt Fist Amulet](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180516742_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Bronze Age Tumulus Culture Bronze Chisel, 1300 B.C. - 800 B.C.: This remarkable artifact is an ancient bronze chisel from the Tumulus Culture, dating back to the Bronze Age between 1300 B.C. and 800 B.C. This piece exemplifies the advanced metallurgical techniques](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180524332_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Luristan Bronze Axe Head, c. 1000-650 BC: This exceptional artifact is an ancient Luristan bronze axe head, dating from approximately 1000-650 BC. This piece highlights the sophisticated metallurgical techniques and artistic craftsmanship of](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180524320_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Lot of 4 Elongated Big Size Amulet Beads: Lot of 4 Elongated Big Size Amulet Beads](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180532821_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Lot of 5 Ancient Sasanian Islamic Hemispherical Shaped Stamp Seals: Lot of 5 Ancient Sasanian Islamic Hemispherical Shaped Stamp Seals](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180532812_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Lot of 12 Conch Shell Mala Prayer Beads: Lot of 12 Conch Shell Mala Prayer Beads](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180532809_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
News about Ancient Greek & Roman Silver
![Shimmering Splendor: Silver and Gold Auction set for New York June 19](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Georg-Jensen-brooch.jpg)
Shimmering Splendor: Silver and Gold Auction set for New York June 19
NEW YORK – On Wednesday, June 19, beginning at 5 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will conduct a sale titled Shimmering Splendor: Silver and Gold Auction. Its 152 lots almost exclusively showcase those precious metals in pieces by brand-name jewelers and houses. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers. It’s no surprise, then, […]
![Enigmatic Elizabethan-style silver and Ming porcelain goblet lands at Chiswick June 11](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/178878213_1_x.jpg)
Enigmatic Elizabethan-style silver and Ming porcelain goblet lands at Chiswick June 11
LONDON, UK — At the third time of asking, an enigmatic Elizabethan style silver and porcelain goblet carries an estimate of £6,000-£8,000 ($7,700-$10,000) at Chiswick Auctions on June 11. The so-called de Pinna cup, cataloged as dating from circa 1580-1600, appears at auction following an examination by a committee of experts and two episodes of […]
![American, English, and Continental Silver comes to New York May 28](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/178020302_1_x.jpg)
American, English, and Continental Silver comes to New York May 28
NEW YORK — American, English, and Continental silver ranging from the 18th to the 21st centuries comes to market at Jasper52 on Tuesday, May 28 exclusively at LiveAuctioneers. The sale is highlighted by this early 18th-century George II silver bread basket, made in London in 1728 by Thomas Farren. With a beautiful scrolling edge upper […]
![New England and midwestern 19th-century silver holloware arrives at SJ Auctioneers May 26](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/177632887_1_x.jpg)
New England and midwestern 19th-century silver holloware arrives at SJ Auctioneers May 26
BROOKLYN, NY — Hollowares from heyday of American silver manufacturing will appear at SJ Auctioneers on Sunday, May 26. Bidding for the array of late 19th- and early 20th-century domestic silver forms by eminent and preeminent New England and Midwest makers is available online at LiveAuctioneers. Estimated at $1,500-$2,000 each are handwrought Gilded Age wares […]