A86: Exceptional Summer Antiquities Sale 2020-08-01 Auction - 392 Price Results - Ancient Resource Auctions in CA
A86: Exceptional Summer Antiquities Sale
A lovely Roman marble head of a woman
Set of 4 large Egyptian alabaster canopic jars
A wonderful Etruscan bronze figure of a male youth
Done
Montrose, CA, United States
Auction Details

A86: Exceptional Summer Antiquities Sale

Our Summer Exceptional Antiquities sale will offer over 350 lots of fine ancient and ethnographic antiquities. The sale will offer a wonderful and unique selection of authentic, and well-provenanced Ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern, Islamic, Byzantine, and Pre-Columbian antiquities among other fantastic ethnographic items. Please get in touch if you have any questions and please remember to ask for condition reports on any items you may be interested in. We also accept absentee bids and phone bidding if bidders would like to call or email to set up either option for the sale.
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SOLD
A lovely Egyptian faience amulet of Pataikos: A lovely Egyptian faience amulet of Pataikos, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, wearing feathered crown and broad collar, a knife in each hand. The amulet is nicely detailed in fine style and remnants of
Est.
$450
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$800
SOLD
A lot of 3 Ptolemaic terracotta objects: A lot of 3 Ptolemaic terracotta objects. Lot includes a pair of molded terracottas - a head from a figure of Harpokrates and a seated figure of Harpokrates, c. 2nd Century BC/AD, and a fragment of a
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A group of 5 Coptic textile fragments, Egypt: A group of 5 Coptic textile fragments, Egypt, c. 5th - 7th Century AD. A variety of examples including a linen swatch with a square embroidered panel in wool, another panel with and interlocking
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
An Eastern Celtic bronze axe head: An Eastern Celtic bronze axe head, c. 5th - 3rd Century BC, with curved cutting edge and side loop, either side decorated with two vertical lines; casting flanged on sides. L: 3 3/8 in (8.6 cm). Nice
Est.
$250
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$400
SOLD
Roman bronze patera handle in the form of a ram: A Roman bronze patera handle in the form of a ram, c. 1st - 3rd Century BC, the body with vertical ribbing with two ridges at the base of the ram's head. L: 6 in (15.2 cm). Nice brown patina. Ex New
Est.
$150
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$250
SOLD
A pair of Near Eastern bronze bowls: A pair of Near Eastern bronze bowls, c. 1200 - 800 BC, the first a hemispherical bowl fashioned from sheet bronze with flattened rim, Dia: 5 1/2 in (14 cm). The second is a bronze sheet jar flared
Est.
$180
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$250
A Cypro-Archaic pilgrim's flask: A Cypro-Archaic pilgrim's flask, c. 750 - 600 BC, adorned with concentric bands on either side. The flared spout is flanked by two loop handles and the flask is a nice example of this classic and
Est.
$350
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$500
Lot Passed
SOLD
A handsome Messapian lebes gamikos: A handsome Messapian lebes gamikos, Magnia Graecia, c. 5th Century BC, the rounded body with flared foot and two vertically aligned looped handles around a central lidded opening. The entire vessel
Est.
$300
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$450
SOLD
An attractive Attic black-figure lekythos: An attractive Attic black-figure lekythos, late 5th Century BC, adorned with a horizontal netted band above and below two bands containing vine motif, Maeander pattern just below shoulder, two rows
Est.
$250
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$400
SOLD
A pair of Roman pottery vessels: A pair of Roman pottery vessels, c. 1st - 4th Century AD, the first ovoid beaker with narrow foot and flared mouth, H: 5 in (12.7 cm), and the second a cup with wide rim, 3 3/8 x 4 5/8 in (8.6 x 11.7
Est.
$150
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$200
SOLD
Roman pale yellow sprinkler flask, Eastern: A Roman pale yellow sprinkler flask, Eastern Mediterranean, 2nd - 3rd Century AD, the body molded with four horizontal bands containing a herringbone pattern in low relief. The cylindrical neck is
Est.
$300
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$450
SOLD
A large Egyptian faience amulet of Anubis: A large Egyptian faience amulet of Anubis, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, depicted striding forward wearing a short, striated kilt. Nice light blue glaze, losses below knees and old restoration to
Est.
$500
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$800
SOLD
A lovely little Egyptian bronze amulet of Thoth: A lovely little Egyptian bronze amulet of Thoth, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, in delicate style on integral rectangular base with large solar disk and suspension loop at back of neck. H: 1 3/4 in
Est.
$450
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$700
SOLD
A large Egyptian faience amulet of Pataikos: A large Egyptian faience amulet of Pataikos, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, depicted in his characteristic form as a nude dwarf, with detailed features and remnants of pale green glaze. H: 2 1/4 in
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
An attractive pair of stone Eye of Horus amulets: An attractive pair of stone Eye of Horus amulets, Late Period, c. 664 - 30 BC, each nicely carved and retain a good polish. L: 1.7 cm and 1.5 cm. Ex Boston Museum of Fine Arts, de-accession;
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A nice group of Egyptian amulets, Late Period: A group of Egyptian amulets, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, an include a nice diorite granite Eye of Horus amulet, 15 x 13 mm, a green faience amulet in the form of a writing tablet, 23 x 15 mm, a
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
Beautiful Egyptian carnelian scarab, New Kingdom: A beautiful Egyptian carnelian scarab, New Kingdom, c. 1570 - 1075 BC, flat backed, the body detailed with incised lines on the wing case and the legs nicely carved. Holed lengthwise for suspension.
Est.
$450
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$800
SOLD
An Egyptian scarab and scaraboid, New Kingdom: An Egyptian scarab and scaraboid, New Kingdom, c. 1570 - 1075 BC, the scaraboid hemispherical with lotus flowers on base, Dia: 16 mm, the scarab with nicely carved body and two crocodiles head to
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
Egyptian steatite scaraboid/plaque, New Kingdom: An Egyptian steatite scaraboid/plaque, New Kingdom, c. 1570 - 1075 BC, one side reading 'Beloved on Amun-Re' with lotus flowers at sides, the opposite side with cruciform pattern containing cobras
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
An Egyptian stone button scarab, Late Period: An Egyptian stone button scarab, Late Period, c. 664 - 30 BC, nicely carved in brown calcite with naturalistic style. L: 1 in (2.5cm). Ex North Yorkshire private collection.
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
An Egyptian bicolor faience ushabti, Dynasty 21: An Egyptian bicolor faience ushabti, 3rd Intermediate Period, Dynasty 21, c. 1075 - 945 BC, depicted mummiform, wearing tripartite wig, arms folded at chest and holding a hoe in each hand. Down the
Est.
$300
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$400
SOLD
A wonderful Egyptian green glazed ushabti: A wonderful Egyptian green glazed ushabti, Late Period, Dynasty 30, c. 380 - 343 BC, depicted mummiform on integral base with plinth at back, wearing tripartite wig with false beard, arms folded at
Est.
$900
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$1,500
SOLD
An Egyptian terracotta ushabti, Late Period: An Egyptian terracotta ushabti, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, with crisply molded details and wearing tripartite headdress with broad collar. Arms are folded at chest and holding a pick and hoe. H: 3
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
Attractive Egyptian alabaster cosmetic jar: An attractive Egyptian alabaster cosmetic jar, Early Dynastic, c. 2920 - 2575 BC, carved in beautifully banded stone, with rounded shoulders and tapered foot, the rim is wide and the interior is
Est.
$450
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$700
SOLD
A wonderful Egyptian banded alabaster bowl: A wonderful Egyptian banded alabaster bowl, Early Dynastic - Old Kingdom, c. 2750 - 2181 BC, carved from attractive banded stone. The bowl is rather deep with interior grooves and ridges from its
Est.
$400
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$700
SOLD
Egyptian sandstone canopic jar lid representing Imsety: A choice Egyptian sandstone canopic jar lid representing Imsety, New Kingdom, c. 1570 - 1075 BC, wearing wide feathered wig, his facial features well cut in fine style. Imsety was one of the Four
Est.
$3,000
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$4,500
SOLD
An Egyptian alabaster kohl jar, Late Period: An Egyptian alabaster kohl jar, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, the pear-shaped body with rounded bottom and two small lug handles, the rim rounded and the interior well-bored allowing light through
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
An Egyptian limestone model of a fish: An Egyptian limestone model of a fish, Late Period - Ptolemaic, c. 664 - 30 BC, nicely modeled with large scales, well-defined fins and head as well as a small base on the bottom. L: 6 in (15.2 cm).
Est.
$450
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$800
SOLD
A nice little Egyptian bronze figure of Osiris: A nice little Egyptian bronze figure of Osiris, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, depicted mummiform, wearing Atef crown with uraeus and false beard. Arms are folded at chest and he clutches a crook and
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A group of Egyptian bronze objects: A group of Egyptian bronze objects, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, and including a large headdress from a figure of a deity with cow's horns and solar disk, 4 1/4 x 2 1/4 in (10.7 x 5.7 cm), as well
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
Large Egyptian wood 'mummy mask', Late Period: A large Egyptian wood 'mummy mask', Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, the facial portion from a sarcophagus lid with angular features and part of the headdress remaining. 12 x 9 in (30.4 x 22.8 cm). The
Est.
$900
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$1,200
SOLD
Egyptian terracotta funerary cone for Amenemope: An Egyptian terracotta funerary cone for Amenemope, New Kingdom, 1570 - 1075 BC, the face with an inscription in relief reading 'Chief bowman, overseer of hunter, Amenemope'. Some weathering of the
Est.
$700
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$1,200
SOLD
An Egyptian terracotta head of the god Bes: An Egyptian terracotta head of the god Bes, Late Period, c. 664 - 30 BC, with leonine features and hole atop the head for a headdress. Nice features remain and an interesting piece that appears to
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A Roman-Egyptian terracotta bust of a woman: A Roman-Egyptian terracotta bust of a woman, c. 1st - 2nd Century AD, wearing braided wig with curls over her shoulders and supporting a basket of fruit above her head. 4 1/8 in x 2 7/8 in (10.6 x
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A Romano-Egyptian terracotta head of Isis: A Romano-Egyptian terracotta head of Isis, c. 1st - 2nd Century AD, wearing a small solar headdress, her hair in long braids. H: 2 1/2 in (6.3 cm). Light deposits, old wood base. Ex North Carolina
Est.
$120
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$150
A fantastic Egyptian mummified cat: A fantastic Egyptian mummified cat, Graeco-Roman Period, c. 2nd Century BC - 2nd Century AD, the body still wrapped and nicely modeled cartonnage head separate containing the skull of a small cat. H:
Est.
$9,000
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$12,000
Lot Passed
A wonderful Near Eastern bronze horse bit: A wonderful Near Eastern bronze horse bit with cheek pieces in the form of bulls, c. 1200 - 800 BC, each is nicely detailed with well-modeled heads and loops atop the shoulder and rumps for bridle
Est.
$2,500
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$3,500
Lot Passed
Near Eastern bronze protome in ram: A Near Eastern bronze protome in the form of highly detailed ram's head, c. 1000 - 600, face and curled horns nicely detailed the mounting shaft flared with two holes for rivets or pins. L: 8 in
Est.
$700
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$1,500
Lot Passed
A nice Near Eastern bronze pin: A nice Near Eastern bronze pin, c. 1200 - 600 BC, terminating in a cage-like feature, topped with what was likely a bird, small loop at side. L: 9 1/2 in (24.2 cm). Nicely patinated. Ex West Virginia
Est.
$150
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$200
Lot Passed
SOLD
A matching pair of Near Eastern bronze bracelets: A matching pair of Near Eastern bronze bracelets, c. 800 - 200 BC, most likely made for a child with flattened terminals decorated with incised linear decor. Dia: 1 7/8 in (4.8 cm) & 1 3/4 in (6.9
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
An Archaic Greek bronze male figure: An Archaic Greek bronze male figure, c. 6th Century BC, the head with large eyes and arms at side, right hand once held an implement. Rich olive-green patina. H: 3 1/2 in (8.9 cm). Well-preserved,
Est.
$700
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$1,000
SOLD
A choice ancient bronze cup with lion-headed knobs: A choice Greek bronze cup with lion-headed knobs, possibly Greek, c. 4th - 3rd Century BC or Achaemenid, c. 5th Century BC, with concave sides and ring foot, the rim with incised groove on the
Est.
$1,800
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$2,500
A massive Hellenistic bronze trident: A massive Hellenistic bronze trident, c. 3rd - 1st Century BC, of heavy construction with three long tines, each with rectangular profile and rounded tips. The shaft widens toward base and is
Est.
$4,500
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$6,000
Lot Passed
A Roman/Etruscan bronze mirror: A Roman/Etruscan bronze mirror, c. 3rd - 1st Century BC, fashioned from a single piece of metal, the circular mirror has been pounded flat with a long tapering handle which has been curled at the
Est.
$400
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$500
Lot Passed
A Roman bronze seal box lid: A Roman bronze seal box lid, 1st - 3rd Century AD, diamond-shaped with a raised element containing remnants of inlay within a circle. The entire lid is bordered by a ridge with raised circles
Est.
$120
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$200
Lot Passed
SOLD
A pair of Roman iron nails from Judaea: A pair of Roman iron nails, 1st - 4th Century AD, unearthed in Safad, Israel, in 1975 within the remains of a Roman era carpentry shop. Both are nice examples! 3 1/2 in x 3/4 in (8.9 x 2 cm) & 1 3/5
Est.
$120
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$150
A Roman bronze phallic applique: A Roman bronze phallic applique, 1st - 3rd Century AD, with ribbed shaft, and areas for inlay; two mounting tabs on bottom. L: 3 cm. Nicely patinated. Ex Swiss private collection.
Est.
$180
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$250
Lot Passed
SOLD
Roman bronze applique in the form of a phallus: A Roman bronze applique in the form of a phallus, 1st - 3rd Century AD, of solid construction with incised detail. 4.3 x 3 cm. Dark olive green patina. Ex Swiss private collection.
Est.
$180
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$250
A lot of 4 Roman plate brooches: A lot of 4 Roman plate brooches, c. 2nd - 3rd Century AD, each with finely modeled bodies, one in the form of a dolphin, and each with preserved pin and catches. Largest 42 x 23 mm. Ex Los Angeles
Est.
$180
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$250
Lot Passed
SOLD
A nice Byzantine bronze cross pendant: A nice Byzantine bronze cross pendant, c. 8th - 10th Century AD, with incised circular decoration and surmounted by a suspension loop. 1 ¾ in x 1 ¼ in (4.4 x 3.2 cm). Nicely patinated. Ex Southern
Est.
$180
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$250
Seljuk bronze applique in lion form: A nice Seljuk bronze applique in the form of the forepart of a lion, 11th - 12th Century AD, with open mouth and ears back, the mane along the top of the head and eyes nicely incised. The back
Est.
$180
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$250
Lot Passed
SOLD
A wonderful Near Eastern bronze axe head: A wonderful Near Eastern bronze axe head, c. 1200 - 800 BC, cast as one piece with cylindrical shaft-hole with four straight ribs at the back terminating in four long conical points. The upper and
Est.
$1,800
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$2,500
A Near Eastern bronze axe: A Near Eastern bronze axe, c. 1000 - 800 BC, with narrow shaft hole and rounded cutting edge. Ribbed bands adorn the upper edge with a central band along the top. 2 3/4 x 3 3/8 in (7 x 8.7 cm).
Est.
$300
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$400
Lot Passed
SOLD
Near Eastern cylindrical bronze mace head: A Near Eastern cylindrical bronze mace head, c. 1200 - 800 BC, the uppermost portion decorated with oval domed bosses with divided ridges above and below and near the base of the shaft. L: 5 7/8 in
Est.
$300
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$450
A large Near Eastern bronze short sword: A large Near Eastern bronze short sword, c. 1200 - 800 BC, cast as one piece, the flanged hilt with wedge-shaped pommel, lappets now lost, the flanges also encompassing a crescent extending onto the
Est.
$900
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$1,500
Lot Passed
SOLD
A Near Eastern bronze dagger blade: A Near Eastern bronze dagger blade, c. 1000 - 600 BC, the leaf-shaped blade is narrow with incised midrib, the handle with vertical flange to hold an inlay of another material. The blade and handle
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A pair of bronze javelin points: A pair of bronze javelin points. The first is an early Greek type, c. 1200 - 800 BC, with narrow tongue-like blade possessing a blunted tip and fissured tube, L: 6 1/2 in (16.4 cm). The second is a
Est.
$150
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$200
SOLD
A nice lot of 5 Near Eastern bronze arrow points: A nice lot of 5 Near Eastern bronze arrow points, c. 1000 - 600 BC, each with triangular blade with pronounced midribs, the substantial stems with long tang for mounting into a shaft. Largest 2 in (5
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A lot of 3 nice Near Eastern bronze arrow points: A lot of 3 nice Near Eastern bronze arrow points, c. 1200 - 800 BC, each with pronounced midrib and tapered blade, the stems are quite substantial with tang for mounting into the shaft. Largest 6 in
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A lot of 3 nice Near Eastern bronze arrow points: A lot of 3 nice Near Eastern bronze arrow points, c. 1200 - 800 BC, 2 with pronounced midrib and tapered blade and another with barbed shoulders. Each with slender stems for mounting into the shaft.
Est.
$150
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$200
SOLD
A lot of 3 nice Near Eastern bronze arrow points: A lot of 3 nice Near Eastern bronze arrow points, c. 1200 - 800 BC, each with pronounced midrib and tapered blade, the stems are quite substantial for mounting into the shaft. Largest 5 3/8 in (13.7
Est.
$150
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$180
SOLD
A group of 10 ancient bronze arrow points: A group of 10 ancient bronze arrow points, c. 3rd - 1st Century BC. The group consists of mostly Scythian and Greek trilobate types that range from 17 mm to 24 mm in length, all have a nice dark
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
8 Chinese iron points, Liao to Qing Dynasty: A group of 8 Chinese iron points, Liao to Qing Dynasty, c. AD 916 - 1125, mixed types including bladed as well as trilobate types with preserved tangs. Longest 3 7/8 in (9.8 cm). Oxide patination. Ex
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
12 Chinese iron points, Liao to Qing Dynasty: A group of 12 Chinese iron points, Liao to Qing Dynasty, c. AD 916 - 1125, mixed types including bladed, trilobate and armor piercing with preserved tangs. Longest 3 3/4 in (9.5 cm). Oxide
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A Sumerian creme marble jar: A Sumerian creme marble jar, c. 3000 - 2500 BC, with rounded body and wide mouth with flattened rim. The interior is vertically bored with concentric drilling rings and thick walls. 2 1/8 x 1 3/4 in
Est.
$250
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$300
5 marble Kilia idol heads from: A group of 5 off-white marble Kilia idol heads from 'Stargazer' idols, c. 2500 - 2200 BC, with characteristic domed head and narrow neck, each with various degrees of wear and encrustation. Largest
Est.
$300
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$400
Lot Passed
SOLD
A Roman marble leg fragment from a statue: A Roman marble leg fragment from a statue, 1st - 3rd Century AD, with well-preserved surfaces and light deposits. H: 9 1/2 in (24.2 cm). Mounted on a wooden base. Ex estate of Olen Bryant and Thomas
Est.
$700
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$1,200
A Sabaean marble head of a man: A Sabaean marble head of a man, c. 1st Century AD, with angular features, large eyes and pursed lips. The top and back of the head are flattened, as is typical of the type. H: 9 1/4 in (23.5 cm).
Est.
$2,500
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$4,000
Lot Passed
SOLD
A lovely Roman marble head of a woman: A lovely Roman marble head of a woman, later 4th Century AD, with large eyes and attractive features, she wears a diadem with central adornment, her hair stylized in stiff curls that frame her face
Est.
$9,000
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$12,000
SOLD
Medieval alabaster stone head of a man, European: A Medieval alabaster stone head of a man, European, 10th - 14th Century, with handsome features, the surfaces darkened from mineral deposits or from a fire. 2 3/8 x 1 3/4 in (6 x 4.4 cm). Ex
Est.
$150
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$200
SOLD
A nice Near Eastern terracotta Astarte figurine: A nice Near Eastern terracotta Astarte figurine, c. 1500 - 1000 BC, with tall columnar body, bird-like features, and large circular eyes. Her hands are on her midsection and she wears a collar or
Est.
$450
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$600
SOLD
A nice Near Eastern terracotta Astarte figurine: A nice Near Eastern terracotta Astarte figurine, c. 1200 - 1000 BC, the columnar body with splayed foot, the head beautifully detailed with bird-like features - large eyes, pronounced nose and
Est.
$350
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$500
SOLD
A Greek terracotta face of a goddess: A Greek terracotta face of a goddess, 5th Century BC, wearing a tall diadem with central raised disk, her features are stoic. Likely from a protome. 3 1/2 x 3 3/8 in (8.9 x 8.6 cm). Light deposits.
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A lovely Greek ceramic head of a lady: A lovely Greek ceramic head of a lady, c. 4th Century BC, with beautifully rendered features, her hair styled back to a large coiled bun at the back of her head. H: 2 1/8 in (5.4 cm). Light deposits
Est.
$350
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$450
SOLD
Hellenistic terracotta figure of a standing woman: A lovely Hellenistic terracotta figure of a standing woman, c. 3rd - 2nd Century BC, on integral rectangular base, wearing chiton and himation, a large wreath on her head. She stands with left arm
Est.
$900
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$1,500
SOLD
A Hellenistic terracotta figure of an Erote: A Hellenistic terracotta figure of an Erote, 2nd - 1st Century BC, perhaps from Myrina, depicted standing nude with short, curled hair, his gaze fixed toward a torch (?) he holds aloft with his right
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A torso from a Near Eastern terracotta figure: A torso from a Near Eastern terracotta figure, c. 3rd Century BC, a type well-known from the site of Susa, the piece is frontally molded, with exaggerated hip and large pubic region, hands together
Est.
$150
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$250
SOLD
Roman roof tile with stamp of Legion IV: A Roman roof tile with stamp of Legion IV, likely Legio IIII Flavia Felix, c. 1st - 3rd Century AD. The rectangular stamp is missing the left side, but the remaining letters which read LEG III…
Est.
$250
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$400
A Roman roof tile with LEG X…: A Roman roof tile with LEG X…, 1st - 4th Century AD, from Central Europe, and could refer to any of the legions that spent time in the area such as Legio XIII Gemina or Legio XIV Gemina. The stamp
Est.
$250
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$400
Lot Passed
A choice Yortan culture kernos: A choice Yortan culture kernos from Anatolia, Early Bronze Age II, c. 2700 - 2400 BC, comprised of three ovoid compartments, each with narrow flattened bottoms and joined together with a tall strap
Est.
$800
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$1,500
Lot Passed
SOLD
A nice Yortan ovoid black-ware vessel: A nice Yortan black-ware vessel from Anatolia, Early Bronze Age II, c. 2700 - 2400 BC, the ovoid body with narrow flattened base, the flared mouth angled sharply for pouring with a single loop
Est.
$350
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$500
SOLD
A lovely chocolate-on-white ware vessel: A lovely chocolate-on-white ware vessel, Southern Levant, Late Bronze Age I, c. 1550 - 1400 BC, with horizontal band in deep orange-brown slip around the shoulders bordering groups of vertical lines;
Est.
$400
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$700
SOLD
A Late Bronze Age ceramic juglet, Holy Land: A Late Bronze Age ceramic juglet, Holy Land, c. 1500 - 1200 BC, yellowish buff, the body of long ovoid shape with pointed bottom, the neck narrows with wide mouth and single handle. H: 8 3/8 in (21.3
Est.
$120
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$150
A pair of Late Bronze Age bowls: A pair of Late Bronze Age bowls, c. 1550 - 1200 BC, the first of lower profile in a deep orange ware, 2 1/8 x 7 ¾ in (5.4 x 19.7 cm), the second a creme buff bowl with narrow pedestal base and
Est.
$150
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$200
Lot Passed
SOLD
An attractive black ware juglet, Holy Land: An attractive black ware juglet, Holy Land, c. 1000 - 600 BC, Iron Age II, the body rounded with narrow neck, flared mouth and loop handle. H: 3 1/2 in (8.9 cm). in nice condition with surface
Est.
$120
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$150
An Iron Age footed cup, Levantine: An Iron Age footed cup, Levantine, c. 1000 - 600 BC, the rounded body resting on three peg feet with flared mouth and horizontally aligned loop handle. 3 1/8 x 4 3/4 in (7.9 x 12 cm). Light surface
Est.
$180
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$250
Lot Passed
SOLD
A pair of Iron Age vessels from the Holy Land: A pair of Iron Age vessels from the Holy Land, c. 1200 - 800 BC, the first is a juglet, with rounded body, loop handle and lightly pinched spout, H: 3 1/4 in (8.3 cm). The second vessel is a pyxis
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
An attractive Attic footed kylix: An attractive Attic footed kylix, 5th Century BC, with attractive black banding and with pedestal foot. 3 1/4 x 7 7/8 in (8.3 x 20 cm). Ex collection of Douglas Haner acquired in the 1960's.
Est.
$250
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$350
An attractive Greek footed kothon: An attractive Greek footed kothon, c. 4th - 3rd Century BC, the body rounded with rounded shoulders around central opening and flared ring foot. The horizontally orientated loop handle flanged by
Est.
$250
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$350
Lot Passed
SOLD
An attractive Greek Gnathian ware epichysis: An attractive Greek Gnathian ware epichysis, Magnia Graecia, 4th Century BC, with grapevine and tendril decorative bands, a female face is molded on either side of the spout. A handsome example of a
Est.
$500
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$800
SOLD
A nice Greek black-ware pyxis with original lid: A nice Greek black-ware pyxis with original lid, c. 5th Century BC, with great glossy black surfaces, the well-formed lid with groove around the knob handle. 4 1/4 x 4 in (10.7 x 10.2 cm). Ex German
Est.
$450
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$700
SOLD
A lovely Greek red-figure trefoil olpe: A lovely Greek red-figure trefoil olpe, 4th Century BC, depicting a bird, a sprig before and a rosette behind; vertical borders to sides and doted band at top of scene. H: 3 1/2 in (8.9 cm). Light
Est.
$600
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$800
SOLD
A large Greek black-glazed lekythos/olpe: A large Greek black-glazed lekythos/olpe, 4th Century BC, the rounded body on flared ring foot, the neck short and narrow with wide spout and strap handle. Much of the original black glaze remains,
Est.
$300
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$400
A Greek black-glazed pedestal bowl: A Greek black-glazed pedestal bowl, c. 4th - 3rd Century AD, banded on sides, the bowl deep with widely flared foot. 3 3/8 x 4 1/2 in (8.6 x 11.4 cm). Some surface weathering. Ex Los Angeles private
Est.
$120
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$150
Lot Passed
A Greek black-ware squat lekythos: A Greek black-ware squat lekythos, c. 4th - 3rd Century BC, the rounded body with flared ring foot. The neck is constricted with a widely flared mouth and strap handle. Nice black surfaces. H: 5 1/2
Est.
$300
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$400
Lot Passed
A cute pair of Greek spindle vessels: A cute pair of Greek spindle vessels, c. 2nd - 1st Century BC, one said to be from Aptera. Both in a grey buff ware with light deposits. H: 4 3/8 in (11.2 cm) & 4 1/2 in (11.4 cm). Some rim chipping,
Est.
$180
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$250
Lot Passed
SOLD
A Hellenistic black-ware janiform kantharos: A Hellenistic black-ware janiform kantharos, c. 3rd - 2nd Century BC, depicting satyrs, one portrait bearded with heavy features, the other more youthful with laurel-wreath and curled hair. The
Est.
$4,000
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$7,000
A nice Italo-Megarian bowl: A nice Italo-Megarian bowl, c. 3rd - 2nd Century BC, with net pattern and central rosette on the underside bordered by an ovolo band. H: 3 3/4 in (9.6cm), D: 5 1/5 in (13.2cm). Mineral encrustation
Est.
$250
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$350
Lot Passed
A lovely Etruscan bucchero chalice: A lovely Etruscan bucchero chalice, 6th Century BC, on flared pedestal foot adorned with incised horizontal bands, the bowl with steep walls and scalloped carination, the exterior decorated with
Est.
$900
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$1,500
Lot Passed
SOLD
A group of 3 Roman ceramic vessels: A group of 3 Roman ceramic vessels, c. 1st - 3rd Century AD, including a grey ware jar with narrow foot and rounded rim, H: 4 3/4 in (12 cm), and a pair of creme ware bowls, Dia: 4 5/8 in (11.7 cm)
Est.
$150
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$200
SOLD
A Roman ceramic bowl: A Roman ceramic bowl, c. 4th - 5th Century AD, with small ring foot and light deposits. 1 1/2 x 2 7/8 in (3.8 x 7.3 cm). Light deposits. Ex Thomas collection, acquired mid-1950's to mid-1960's.
Est.
$80
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$100
A pair of Roman ceramic bottles: A pair of Roman ceramic bottles, c. 1st Century AD, the first is a large spindle bottle with wide foot and tall neck, L: 7 1/8 in (18.1 cm). The second is a nice unguent bottle with ovoid body and
Est.
$150
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$180
Lot Passed
SOLD
A Roman terra sigillata pitcher: A Roman terra sigillata pitcher, c. 3rd Century AD, with trefoil pouring spout, the handle decorated with a knot of Hercules and the body decorated with a repeated, raised floral pattern. H: 6 1/4 in
Est.
$300
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$400
SOLD
A pair of Roman red-ware pottery sherds: A pair of Roman red-ware pottery sherds from North Africa, c. 4th - 5th Century AD, one featuring the facing head of Oceanus in relief, wearing lobster headdress, 2 1/4 in x 2 in (5.7 x 5.2 cm), the
Est.
$120
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$150
A group of ancient pottery fragments: A group of ancient pottery fragments, several noted as being from Elephantine and Anatolia. Lot includes four Coptic pottery sherds, c. 5th - 7th Century AD, with decoration in brown slip, a Glazed
Est.
$120
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$150
Lot Passed
SOLD
A nice Mesopotamian incantation cup: A nice Mesopotamian incantation cup, c. 7th Century AD, the shallow bowl with spiraling band of Syriac text in dark brown slip around a central 'eye', a small looped handle at edge. L: 5 1/2 in (13.8
Est.
$450
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$800
SOLD
A Post-Medieval stone ware bowl: A Post-Medieval stone ware bowl, of heavy construction with pedestal foot and horizontal grooves below the rim. 3 1/4 x 5 1/4 in (8.3 x 13.3 cm). With deposits inside and out. Ex collection of Morley
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A very large and finely formed Judean oil lamp: A very large and finely formed Judean oil lamp, Iron Age, c. 1200 - 586 BC, with heavily pinched nozzle and wide rim. The lamp is extremely well preserved with light earthen deposits. L: 7 1/2 in
Est.
$300
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$400
SOLD
Roman ceramic lamp with Serapis on an eagle: A Roman ceramic lamp with Serapis on an eagle, 2nd Century AD, the bust of the deity is born aloft by the eagle who has spread wings. The discus is bordered by a rounded ridge, the nozzle is also
Est.
$150
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$200
SOLD
A lot of 3 Roman ceramic lamps: A lot of 3 Roman ceramic lamps. Lots include an orange-ware lamp with rosette within the discus, 1st Century AD, with raised pellets on shoulder, L: 4 1/4 in (10.7 cm), the next is an orange-ware
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
A lot of 4 ancient ceramic lamps: A lot of 4 ancient ceramic lamps. The first is a Roman type from the Holy Land, c. 3rd Century AD, with large fill-hole with vertical lines around the shoulder and wide nozzle, L: 3 1/2 in (8.9 cm),
Est.
$120
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$150
An Islamic glazed pinched lamp: An Islamic glazed pinched lamp, c. 9th - 12th Century AD, well-preserved with glossy brown glaze. 3 3/8 x 3 1/4 in (8.6 x 8.3 cm). Ex collection of T.J. Morrison, N.H.; Ex New York private collection
Est.
$180
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$250
Lot Passed
SOLD
A lovely Nishapur glazed oil lamp: A lovely Nishapur glazed oil lamp, 12th Century BC, of ovoid form with flattened bottom, the sides decorated with a stylized scene in dark green and black, a band of angled dashed below. L: 5 1/5 in
Est.
$150
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$200
SOLD
A lovely little Roman glass vessel: A lovely little Roman glass vessel, 1st - 2nd Century AD, with ovoid body, short cylindrical neck and flared mouth with inward folded rim. H: 2 1/8 in (5.4 cm). Losses to side of body, beautiful
Est.
$90
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$120
A nice Roman green glass vial: A nice Roman green glass vial, 1st - 2nd Century AD, the piriform body with flattened base and long tubular neck with widen mouth and inward folded rim. H: 4 1/8 in (10.4 cm). Some encrustation. Ex
Est.
$150
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$180
Lot Passed
SOLD
A large Roman glass two-handled bottle: A large Roman glass two-handled bottle, c. 2nd - 3rd Century AD, the body nearly cylindrical with deeply indented base, the neck narrow with flared mouth and outward rolled rim, a large handle at
Est.
$400
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$600
SOLD
A Roman pale blue-green glass pitcher: A Roman pale blue-green glass pitcher, Eastern Mediterranean, 4th Century AD, the body tapering to a narrow flattened foot and lightly pinched, rounded shoulders. The tubular neck with trefoil
Est.
$450
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$600
SOLD
A beautiful Roman glass cosmetic vessel: A beautiful Roman glass cosmetic vessel, 5th Century AD, in light blue-green, central compartment wound with horizontal bands of threading with rounded rim and wide base. The handle is quite
Est.
$3,000
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$4,000
SOLD
An attractive lot of 3 Roman glass beads: An attractive lot of 3 Roman glass beads. Lot includes a Roman gold glass bead, c. 1st Century BC - 1st Century AD, Dia: 9 mm, the second is a Hellenistic - early Roman speckled eye bead, c. 2nd
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
A Byzantine bronze ring with inscribed bezel: A Byzantine bronze ring with inscribed bezel, c. 9th - 12th Century, reading 'may the lord help HBH' within an oval grooved border. Nicely patinated and an attractive example. 20 x 20 x 14 mm. Ring
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A pair of Roman and Byzantine rings: A pair of Roman and Byzantine rings. Lot includes a Roman bronze ring with an image on an eagle in intaglio within the small circular bezel, 13 x 25 mm, the second is a Byzantine bronze ring, c. 6th
Est.
$80
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$150
SOLD
A lot of 6 Widow’s Mites from the Bible: A lot of 6 Widow’s Mites from the Bible. Each is a bronze Prutah of Alexander Jannaeus of Judaea, 103 - 76 BC and features an eight-rayed star on one side and anchor on the other. Largest 15 mm in
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A lovely silver ring with a Roman bronze follis: A lovely silver ring with a Roman bronze follis. The coin was struck under Constantine I 'the Great', AD 207 - 337, and it features the bust of Roma on one side and the famous She-Wolf suckling the
Est.
$250
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$300
SOLD
A group of 3 Roman silver coins: A group of 3 Roman silver coins. Lot includes a Republic Denarius of M. Servilius, 100 BC. Rome mint. (19.5 mm, 3.87g), with head of Roma and two warriors in a sword fight, horses behind. The second
Est.
$300
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$400
SOLD
A group of 3 Roman silver coins: A group of 3 Roman silver coins. Lot includes a Republic Denarius from 207 BC from the Crescent series, (17.5 mm, 3.68g), with head of Roma and the Dioscuri riding rt. The other two are Denarii of
Est.
$300
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$400
SOLD
A group of 4 Roman silver coins: A group of 4 Roman silver coins. Lot includes a pair of Drachms of Gordian III, AD 238 - 244, struck at Caesarea, Cappadocia, (18 mm, 2.76g & 18 mm, 3.27g), a silver denarius of Severus Alexander, AD
Est.
$300
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$400
SOLD
A group of 4 Greek silver coins: A group of 4 Greek silver coins. Lot includes a pair of 4th Century BC types and two from the 5th Century BC. Cities include Teos, Sidon in Phoenicia, Illyrian and a Carian city in Asia Minor.
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
A lot of 8 Roman provincial bronze coins: A lot of 8 Roman provincial bronze coins. Lot includes a variety of rulers and types including a bronze 27 mm of Hadrian, AD 117 - 138, struck in Bizya, Thrace, a bronze 25 mm of Aemilian, AD 253,
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
A lot of 3 ancient Roman bronze & silver coins: A lot of 3 ancient Roman bronze & silver coins. Lot includes a silver denarius of emperor Maximinus I, AD 235 - 238, with Salus seated on the reverse, Dia: (20 mm, 2.81g), the second is an
Est.
$250
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$350
SOLD
A group of three Levantine stone seals: A group of three Levantine stone seals. The first is a banded steatite prism, c. 1st Millennium BC, with a nicely carved standing woman wearing chiton and himation, the opposite side with pseudo
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A Mesopotamian black steatite stamp seal: A Mesopotamian black steatite stamp seal, 4th Millennium BC, the base rectangular and incised with rows of triangles, the top with large handle decorated with grooves. 25 x 27 mm. Wear from use. Cf.
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A Near Eastern black steatite cylinder seal: A Near Eastern black steatite cylinder seal, 2nd Millennium BC, depicting two standing figures, to left, a woman wearing a long gown holding a palm frond, to far right a standing male wearing a cowl
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A pair of Roman chalcedony intaglios: A pair of Roman chalcedony intaglios, c. 1st - 3rd Century AD, both in carnelian, the first with a creme patina with a nicely incised image of Genius, raising hand and holding a cornucopia, 13.5 x 12
Est.
$150
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$200
SOLD
A Near Eastern Kulli-style stone bust: A Near Eastern Kulli-style stone bust, c. 2500 BC. This Kulli-style example is carved from a gray schist or steatite with angular nose and large circular depressions for eyes. H: 1 3/8 in (3.5 cm).
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
Amlash terracotta steatopygous female figural vessel: An Amlash terracotta steatopygous female figural vessel, early 1st Millennium BC, with exaggerated hips and curved arms with hands on belly bellow small breasts. The face is flat with vertical ridges
Est.
$1,800
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$2,000
A Bactrian chlorite bowl: A Bactrian chlorite bowl, c. 1st - 3rd Century AD, beautifully carved with a rosette pattern on the bottom and three faux handles. 1 5/8 x 2 3/4 in (4.1 x 6.9 cm). Mineral deposits throughout. Ex
Est.
$250
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$400
Lot Passed
SOLD
A Gandharan stone head of Buddha: A Gandharan stone head of Buddha, c. 3rd Century AD, with well-carved features, extended ear lobes and twisted ushnisha. 2 x 1 in (5 x 2.5 cm). Light deposits and mounted on a tall, custom wood base.
Est.
$120
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$150
A nice Gandharan stone oil lamp: A nice Gandharan stone oil lamp, Indus Valley, c. 3rd - 4th Century AD, nicely detailed and carved from the gray schist characteristic of the area. It is decorated with triangular flanges on the
Est.
$120
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$200
Lot Passed
SOLD
A gorgeous Gandharan stucco head: A gorgeous Gandharan stucco head, Indus Valley, c. 4th - 5th Century AD, superbly detailed and masterfully carved in stucco depicting an individual with beautifully detailed coif with topknot. H: 4
Est.
$450
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$600
SOLD
A nice Gandharan stone head: A large Gandharan stone head, Indus Valley, c. 3rd - 4th Century AD. This fine fragment is 3 in (7.6 cm) high and is carved from the blue-gray schist characteristic of the region. It depicts a man
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A lovely Gandharan stucco head: A lovely Gandharan stucco head, Indus Valley, c. 4th - 5th Century AD, superbly detailed and masterfully carved in stucco depicting Buddha, portrayed with a serene countenance, elongated ears with
Est.
$350
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$450
A Thai bronze bust of Buddha: A Thai bronze bust of Buddha, c. 16th - 17th Century, wearing a crown, his features well-detailed. H: 2 3/4 in (7 cm). Nice patina and mounted on antique wood base. Ex collection of Lucy Maxym, CA.
Est.
$120
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$150
Lot Passed
SOLD
A pair of African manillas, 18th Century: A pair of African manillas, 18th Century, a form of currency in West Africa, one of bronze and the other of silver and both from the Late British period. Largest 2 3/8 x 2 1/8 in (6 x 5.4 cm). Ex
Est.
$120
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$150
A choice Maximon mask from Guatemala: A choice Maximon mask from Guatemala, c. 1950's, beautifully carved and danced,in ceremonies, including Day of the Dead. This superbly detailed example with finely carved mustache and beard depicts
Est.
$150
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$250
Lot Passed
SOLD
A large and impressive Ottoman silver bracelet: A large and impressive Ottoman silver bracelet, 18th - 19th Century, with snake head terminals, the face of the bracelets decorated with incised floral motif and circles, a row of circles also along
Est.
$600
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$800
SOLD
A bronze clad polychromed Dutch boy bookend: A bronze clad polychromed Dutch boy bookend, 1920's - 1930's, from the Armor Bronze Co New York. Well preserved. 7 x 6 3/4 in (17.8 x 17.2 cm).
Est.
$60
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$80
SOLD
A lot of fossil teeth, shark and marine reptile: A lot of fossil teeth, shark and marine reptile. Lot includes a pair of Megalodon shark teeth from South Carolina, c. 15 Million Years Old, with nice deep grey-black color, L: 3 5/8 in (9.2 cm) & 3
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A group of 4 Moldavite tektites, Czech Republic: A group of 4 Moldavite tektites. Formed by a meteorite impact about 15 million years ago in southern Germany which left the Nördlinger Ries impact crater. The impact splattered molten material high
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A fragment of moon rock in a display case: A fragment of moon rock in a display case. A fragment of lunar gabbro meteorite NWA 4932, which is part of a stone found in the Sahara Desert in 2007. The moon is regularly struck by meteorites which
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A rare Azcapotzalco stamp, Mexico: A rare Azcapotzalco stamp, Mexico, c. AD 1300 - 1500. This fine, flat stamp creates a complex geometric design, perhaps intended to represent a rattle snake. L: 4 ¼ in (10.7 cm). In a well-preserved
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A nice Olmec head from Mexico: An excellent Olmec head from Mexico, c. 1200 - 200 BC, depicting an individual wearing a headdress and large ear spools. H: 2 5/8 in (6.7 cm). Strong mineral deposits. Mounted. Ex St. Paul private
Est.
$120
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$150
A nice Olmec standing figure, Mexico: A nice Olmec standing figure, Mexico, c. 500 - 100 BC, legs spread apart, and arms raised, the face is very nicely modeled and wearing a tapered headdress. H: 3 3/4 in (9.5 cm). Remnants of white
Est.
$250
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$350
Lot Passed
SOLD
A huge Jalisco ceramic figure of a woman, West Mexico: A huge Jalisco ceramic figure of a woman, West Mexico, c. 100 BC - AD 250, with lovely glossy surface and a lively expression. She is depicted standing wearing a close fitting dress, with her breasts
Est.
$1,500
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$2,500
A cute Colima coiled dog, West Mexico: A cute Colima coiled dog, West Mexico, c. 100 BC - AD 200, the body stylized with detailed head and open spout opposite. The piece is very well preserved with beautiful glossy red burnished surfaces
Est.
$800
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$1,200
Lot Passed
SOLD
A very nice Colima standing woman upraised arms: A very nice Colima standing woman upraised arms, West Mexico, 100 BC - AD 250, with deeply incised geometric designs on her pants or perhaps representing tattoos. She wears a necklace and her
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A large Colima figure of a woman, West Mexico: A large Colima figure of a woman, West Mexico, c. 200 BC - AD 250, wearing a long dress belted at waist. A wrapped headdress adorns her head and she wears a beaded necklace; scarification can be seen
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
Colima standing figure male dancer, West Mexico: A Colima standing figure male dancer, West Mexico, c. 100 BC - AD 250, with bent legs and hands on belly. He wears earrings, a necklace with large pendant, arm bands and a striated lion cloth. H: 5
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A cute miniature Huastec figurine, Mexico: A cute miniature Huastec figurine, Mexico, AD 600 - 900, a rare example, wearing large ear spools, the features somewhat stylized. H: 1 3/4 in (4.4 cm). Light deposits. Ex Southern California private
Est.
$60
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$100
SOLD
Chinesco Type C figure of a standing woman: A lovely Chinesco Type C figure of a standing woman, West Mexico, c. 100 BC - AD 250, on bifurcated feet with prominent thighs and hands on her pregnant belly. Her eyes and mouth are incised, and
Est.
$200
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$250
SOLD
A Chinesco Type C seated heavyset woman: A Chinesco Type C seated heavyset woman, West Mexico, c. 100 BC - AD 200, holding a pot on her right shoulder. In excellent condition with creme details over glossy red-orange slip. H: 4 1/4 in (10.8
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A lovely Maya jaguar bust from Guatemala: A lovely Maya jaguar bust from Guatemala, c. AD 250 - 600, the feline nicely detailed with large ears and deep-set eyes. L: 2 1/2 in (6.3 cm). Retains remnants of white stucco decor and has good
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A wonderful Maya figural fragment, Mexico: A wonderful Maya figural fragment, Mexico, c. AD 250 - 600. This superbly sculpted example depicts a shaman with his spirit guide emerging from the top of his head. Both are adorned with large ear
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A beautiful Costa Rican greenstone pendant: A beautiful Costa Rican greenstone pendant, c. AD 300 - 900, in the form of a stylized long beaked bird with human head, body and tail feathers indicated by lines, the beak with beautiful open-work.
Est.
$450
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$700
SOLD
A Nicoya monochrome shoe pot, Costa Rica: A Nicoya monochrome shoe pot, Costa Rica, AD 1200 - 1550, with little applique hallucinogenic buttons/adornos on either side and a small zoomorphic applique at the back. Attractive black/orange
Est.
$100
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$120
A massive Nicoya figural urn, Costa Rica: A massive Nicoya figural urn, Costa Rica, c. AD 1100 - 1500. This huge Pataky polychrome vessel portrays Tlaloc, the Rain God, depicted with protruding teeth, large double-ringed eyes and a large
Est.
$1,200
-
$2,000
Lot Passed
SOLD
Lovely Nicoya polychrome bowl, Costa Rica: A lovely Nicoya polychrome bowl, Costa Rica, c. AD 1200 - 1500. This fine Vallejo Polychrome Janus form vessel features a pair of beautifully executed owl deity heads. The rim is decorated with
Est.
$180
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$250
A large Narino bullet-shaped amphora: A large Narino bullet-shaped amphora, Colombia, c. AD 1000 - 1500, decorated with black resist geometric designs over red & creme slip. H: 25 in (63.3 cm). A couple restored breaks to lower part of
Est.
$500
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$700
Lot Passed
SOLD
A group of 4 Inca marble domestic charms: A group of 4 Inca marble domestic charms, c. AD 1300 - 1500, each bearing incised geometric designs likely for ritual use. Largest 1 1/2 x 1 3/8 in (3.8 x 4.2 cm). Ex collection of Prof. Theodore
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
A tiny Inca mortar and pestle: A tiny Inca mortar and pestle, c. AD 1300 - 1500, the mortar fashioned from basalt, Dia: ¾ in (1.8 cm), and the pestle of translucent quartz, L: 1 7/8 in (2.3 cm). A nice pair and likely used as a
Est.
$60
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$100
SOLD
A beautiful Gallinazo-Viru figural bust: A beautiful Gallinazo-Viru figural bust, c. AD 1 -100, depicting an ornately attired warrior holding a club in one hand and his shield in the other. He is adorned with a fancy tumi-form headdress,
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
An attractive Manteno head, Ecuador: An attractive Manteno head, Ecuador, c. AD 1000 - 1500, highly burnished and depicts an individual wearing a conical headdress and large ear spools. H: 5 in (12.7 cm). Strong mineral deposits,
Est.
$120
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$150