Lot 148 , A Roman amethyst glass ewer, 1st/2nd century AD, 15.2cm high

A Roman amethyst glass ewer, 1st/2nd century AD, mould blown in the form of a head with applied milled handle and oval spreading foot, weathered iridescence, 15.2cm high
Estimate £800-1,200

Andrew Rudebeck collection.


Condition - heavy weathering and soil remnants, slight flaking to the rim and foot, otherwise reasonable condition.


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Sold for £950