Collecting Roman antiquities is a popular and fascinating hobby that involves the acquisition and preservation of physical remains from the ancient Roman civilization. The study of Roman antiquities can provide insight into the culture, beliefs, and daily life of ancient Rome, and can be a rewarding experience for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Collectors of Roman antiquities often specialize in specific types of objects, such as pottery, coins, jewelry, or sculptures. The rarity, condition, and provenance of these objects can greatly impact their value and appeal to collectors. Collectors may acquire Roman antiquities through auction houses, antique dealers, or private sales, and often rely on their knowledge and expertise to authenticate and evaluate the objects they acquire.

One of the primary motivations for collecting Roman antiquities is the historical and cultural significance of these objects. Roman antiquities provide tangible links to the ancient world, and can offer insights into the beliefs, more...

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Late Roman glass bangle, c.1st century BCE, of circular form,…

Late Roman Glass Bangle with Spiraled Surrounds

Late Roman glass bangle, c.1st century BCE, of circular form, with two exterior spiraled surrounds, in blue and white with interior green glass, with letter of authenticity, in display case, diameter 10 cm (edge to edge) purchased: Antiquarius, New…

A Roman glass flask, antique, BC, a small globular vase with a…

Antique Roman Glass Flask with Iridescent Green Colors

A Roman glass flask, antique, BC, a small globular vase with a long neck and an everted rim, in pale green colours with metallic iridescence, height 9 cm

Two Roman terracotta oil lamps, 1st-5th century AD, round flat…

Roman Terracotta Oil Lamps with Portraits

Two Roman terracotta oil lamps, 1st-5th century AD, round flat body, a rounded handle, a wick hole and one spout, portrait detail to top, diameter 9-12 cm

An Apulian black glazed Pottery cup, 4th century B.C. Decorated…

Apulian Black Glazed Pottery Cup with Vertical Striations

An Apulian black glazed Pottery cup, 4th century B.C. Decorated with vertical striations, flanked by a single handle. 8 cm high

A collection of Roman blades and tweezers

Roman Blades and Tweezers Collection

A collection of Roman blades and tweezers

Mud fish, 1st to 2nd-century AD terracotta fish. Egyptian or…

Nile Mud Fish Terracotta

Mud fish, 1st to 2nd-century AD terracotta fish. Egyptian or Roman; made from Nile mud. Similar example can be found in the British Museum. Length 6 cm. Width 14.5 cm

A Roman bronze phallic pendant, 1st century AD, often worn by…

A Roman bronze phallic pendant, 1st century AD, often worn by the military for good luck, found in Lincolnshire

A Roman bronze figure of an owl, familiar of the goddess…

A Roman bronze figure of an owl, familiar of the goddess Minerva, 1st-3rd century, from the Lockdales, with perspex stand, height 5 cm

A Roman green glass small bowl, 2nd-4th century AD, round body…

A Roman green glass small bowl, 2nd-4th century AD, round body with rolled rim, diameter 9 cm

A Roman pale green glass small dish, 2nd-4th century AD,…

A Roman pale green glass small dish, 2nd-4th century AD, rounded bowl with rolled rim, lustre detail, diameter 11 cm. Provenance: purchased Parthenon Gallery, London, England, 2001

Roman pottery pieces, c.7th century, five slipper terracotta…

Ancient Roman Pottery and Oil Lamps Collection

Roman pottery pieces, c.7th century, five slipper terracotta oil lamps, two late bronze age oil lamps, two Amphoras and Roman glass

A Roman terracotta amphora, 26 cm high

Roman Terracotta Amphora - 26cm

A Roman terracotta amphora, 26 cm high

A set of three antique Roman terracotta round bowls, Bowl 1: 22.…

Antique Roman Terracotta Round Bowls Set

A set of three antique Roman terracotta round bowls, Bowl 1: 22.5 cm, Bowl 2: 24 cm, Bowl 3: 27 cm

A pair of Roman bone dice. circa 2nd Century Ad; Reputably from…

Roman Bone Dice: 2nd Century AD, Trier, 0.9cm Diameter

A pair of Roman bone dice. circa 2nd Century Ad; Reputably from Trier diameter .9 cm each.

A small collection of Roman artifacts, six pieces in total.…

Roman Artifact Collection: 6 Pieces, 1 Large Plate

A small collection of Roman artifacts, six pieces in total. Largest. Height 4 cm, diameter 19 cm

Three Roman bronze bangles and a fibula, the largest 8 cm…

Roman Bronze Bangles and Fibula Set

Three Roman bronze bangles and a fibula, the largest 8 cm diameter

A Roman glass jug with opalescent patternation, 3rd century Ad

Opalescent Roman Glass Jug, 3rd Century AD

A Roman glass jug with opalescent patternation, 3rd century Ad

A fine Roman terracotta pomegranate size with dish

Roman Pomegranate Terracotta Dish

A fine Roman terracotta pomegranate size with dish

A Roman terracotta eight light oil lamp

Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp with Eight Lights

A Roman terracotta eight light oil lamp

Two Roman military fragments, possibly from a Diploma, 1st-3rd…

Two Roman military fragments, possibly from a Diploma, 1st-3rd century AD, fragments from a diplomae, awarded to auxiliary soldiers after 25 years of service in the army, the diploma would have acted as a certificate of their freedom & citizenship.…

A pair of Roman chariot terret rings, 1st century AD, terret…

A pair of Roman chariot terret rings, 1st century AD, terret rings from a site on the outskirts of Munich, Germany, associated finds included belt mounts and spear heads, length 9.5 cm

A Roman bronze military ring, corn motif, 1st-3rd century AD

A Roman bronze military ring, corn motif, 1st-3rd century AD

A Roman bronze Herm, bearded bust of a God, 1st-3rd century AD,…

A Roman bronze Herm, bearded bust of a God, 1st-3rd century AD, length 6 cm. Provenance: purchased Nemesis Ancient & Antiquities, USA, 2003

A Roman pale green glass bottle, Eastern Europe, 3rd-4th…

A Roman pale green glass bottle, Eastern Europe, 3rd-4th century AD, cylindrical bottle, flared rim, height 15 cm. Provenance: purchased Pathenon Gallery, London, England

A Roman glass flask, 2nd-4th century AD, tapering body with…

A Roman glass flask, 2nd-4th century AD, tapering body with rolled rim, lustre layer, height 5 cm

A Roman glass small vase, with two handles at the everted rim,…

Roman Glass Vase with Handles - 10.5 cm Height

A Roman glass small vase, with two handles at the everted rim, height 10.5 cm

A Roman translucent green glass Oinochoe, with pouring spout…

Green Glass Oinochoe with Ribbed Pouring Spout (or) Roman Green Glass Oinochoe with Ribbed Spout

A Roman translucent green glass Oinochoe, with pouring spout ribbed decoration, 1/4th century, repair to handle, height 32 cm

A collection of bronze pins and ornaments, probably Roman,…

Roman Bronze Pin Collection

A collection of bronze pins and ornaments, probably Roman, comprising eleven pieces, the largest pin 11 cm long

Magna Graecia, Apulian tasse de vin, c.4th century B.C, of…

Apulian Black Glazed Tasse de Vin, 4th Century B.C

Magna Graecia, Apulian tasse de vin, c.4th century B.C, of circular form, with spreading lip and sloping bowl, with loop handle, on a circular foot, in black glaze, diameter 9.5 cm

A Roman bronze figure of Mercury, 1st-3rd century AD, feet &…

A Roman bronze figure of Mercury, 1st-3rd century AD, feet & arms missing, possibly due as they were used for votive healing of those parts, height 7.5 cm

A Roman bronze perfume bottle with bird finial, 1st century AD,…

A Roman bronze perfume bottle with bird finial, 1st century AD, flat body, flared neck, flat rim, stopper with bird finial, tripod legs, height 8 cm

A rare Roman terracotta oil lamp with erotic scene, 1st-2nd…

A rare Roman terracotta oil lamp with erotic scene, 1st-2nd century AD, length 11 cm

A Roman bronze skillet, Syria, 2nd-3rd century AD, used by…

A Roman bronze skillet, Syria, 2nd-3rd century AD, used by Roman soldiers for cooking while on the march, length 25 cm. Provenance: purchased ancient world Antiquities, England

A replica Roman gold coin, tests 18ct, diam. 21 mm, wt. 12.87g.

Roman Gold Replica Coin, 18ct, 21mm, 12.87g

A replica Roman gold coin, tests 18ct, diam. 21 mm, wt. 12.87g.

Two Roman bronze fibula, the antique items including one of…

Two Roman bronze fibula, the antique items including one of cruci-form with onion shaped terminals, the largest 10.5 cm long

Two Daunian pottery kantharos, one decorated with palmettes,…

Daunian Pottery Kantharos Pair, Palmettes & Bands Decorated

Two Daunian pottery kantharos, one decorated with palmettes, the other concentric bands, 4th/3rd century BC, 12.5 & 10 cm high

Augustus Ludwig Brunkhorst of Adelaide, 9ct yellow gold mounted…

Augustus Ludwig Brunkhorst of Adelaide, 9ct yellow gold mounted photo locket, circa 1890s, stamped "A.L.B.", 4.8 cm high overall

A Roman bronze latch depicting Lar, Household God, 1st-3rd…

A Roman bronze latch depicting Lar, Household God, 1st-3rd century AD, Lar was the God of the field worshipped by households, found in the Balkans, length 9 cm

A Roman amber glass conical bowl, 1st-3rd century AD, v-shaped…

A Roman amber glass conical bowl, 1st-3rd century AD, v-shaped with flat rim, diameter 15 cm, height 10 cm

A Roman glass oinochoe, 2nd century AD, rounded body, turned…

A Roman glass oinochoe, 2nd century AD, rounded body, turned handle & rim, height 9 cm. Provenance: purchased Shiraz Antiques, London, England, 2000

A very lightweight Roman bulbous glass vase, height 11 cm

A very lightweight Roman bulbous glass vase, height 11 cm

Concrete bust of a Roman emperor on classical from pillar,…

Classical Emperor Bust with Weathering and Moss

Concrete bust of a Roman emperor on classical from pillar, total height 70 cm, some slight chips, weathering and some moss

Roman glass Sprinkler flask, c.3rd-4th century, with spreading…

Roman Glass Sprinkler Flask, 3rd-4th Century

Roman glass Sprinkler flask, c.3rd-4th century, with spreading lip above ovoid body, with slightly fluted body, in slight lustre tones, with letter of authenticity, in display case, a/f, height 11 cm purchased: Antiquarius, New Zealand, 2005

Three Roman glass vessels, comprising, twin handled vase, jug…

Roman Glass Vessels Set of 3

Three Roman glass vessels, comprising, twin handled vase, jug and small vase, tallest 13.5 cm (3)

A Roman bronze figure of a springing panther, Norfolk, 2nd…

A Roman bronze figure of a springing panther, Norfolk, 2nd century AD, attributed to Bacuss whose chariot was drawn by panthers, found near Castor Street, Edmunds, Norfolk, on timber stand, height 8.5 cm (including stand)

A Roman glass bottle with blue/green patternation, Syria,…

Roman Glass Bottle with Blue/Green Patternation, Syria, 1st/2nd Century

A Roman glass bottle with blue/green patternation, Syria, 1st/2nd century A.D., 9 cm high

A Roman glass cosmetics dish, 1st/2nd century A.D., 7 cm…

Roman Glass Cosmetics Dish from 1st/2nd Century A.D

A Roman glass cosmetics dish, 1st/2nd century A.D., 7 cm diameter, purchased in Paris

An Italian library: a collection including 'Sketches on the…

Italian Library Collection

An Italian library: a collection including 'Sketches on the Road through France to Florence' by Murray (1904), 'The Italian Lakes' by de cane & Bagot (1908), 'A Roman Pilgrimage' by Roberts (1911), 'Some Umbrian Cities' by Harrison & Austin (1925), 'Rome…

Two small Roman glass flasks. Pale brown (13 cm high) & pale…

Roman Glass Flasks from Dr. John Raven's Collection

Two small Roman glass flasks. Pale brown (13 cm high) & pale green (6.5 cm high). Collection Dr John Raven, Perth.

A Roman bronze oil lamp in the shape of a foot, 1st-3rd century…

A Roman bronze oil lamp in the shape of a foot, 1st-3rd century AD, length 9 cm

A Roman bronze head of a bull, 2nd-4th century AD, possibly…

A Roman bronze head of a bull, 2nd-4th century AD, possibly used in Mythraic rites, height 5 cm

A Roman bronze figure, possibly of Hercules, 1st-3rd century AD,…

A Roman bronze figure, possibly of Hercules, 1st-3rd century AD, height 16.5 cm

A Roman lead tableau plaque, 1st-4th century AD, with horseman,…

A Roman lead tableau plaque, 1st-4th century AD, with horseman, offerings & statues of Dioscuri castor & Pollux, normally associated with Mithras-the altar, height 13 cm

A Roman stucco figure of a woman, 1st-2nd century BC, height 24…

Roman Stucco Woman Figure, 1st-2nd Century BC

A Roman stucco figure of a woman, 1st-2nd century BC, height 24 cm

A Roman green glass flask, 2nd-4th century AD, tapering bod,…

A Roman green glass flask, 2nd-4th century AD, tapering bod, long neck, flared rim, height 15 cm

A Roman glass flask, 2nd-4th century AD, ovoid form with flared…

A Roman glass flask, 2nd-4th century AD, ovoid form with flared rim, lustre layer, height 6.5 cm

A bronze spear head from Eastern Mediterranean 800 BC, with…

Bronze Eastern Mediterranean Spear Head with Stand

A bronze spear head from Eastern Mediterranean 800 BC, with stand, length 41 cm

A rectangular shaped antique turquoise glass bottle with…

Roman Turquoise Glass Bottle with Handle

A rectangular shaped antique turquoise glass bottle with applied single handle. Probably Roman. Height 18 cm

Three Roman Era pottery vessels, Tallest 20 cm high

Roman Pottery Trio: Three Vessels, 20cm Tall

Three Roman Era pottery vessels, Tallest 20 cm high

A Roman plumbatum head, 4th-5th century AD, unknown weapons,…

A Roman plumbatum head, 4th-5th century AD, unknown weapons, wooden shaft with arrow fletches but May be thrown underarm. A warrior May have carried 5 of them behind his shield. They have been found in towns and forts, length 13 cm

A Roman bronze snake head arm band, 2-4th century AD

A Roman bronze snake head arm band, 2-4th century AD

A Roman terracotta plaque, Levant, circa 4th century A.D.…

Roman Terracotta Plaque of Young Maiden

A Roman terracotta plaque, Levant, circa 4th century A.D. Depicting a young maiden, resting her head on her hand. The plaque 14 cm x 11.5 cm. Total height including stand 21.5 cm

Roman marble hand & forearm on a marble base. Reputedly 2nd…

Roman Marble Hand & Forearm on Base

Roman marble hand & forearm on a marble base. Reputedly 2nd century AD. 17 cm wide

Of the busts of Roman emperors three classical prints depicting…

Classical Roman Emperor Busts Print Set

Of the busts of Roman emperors three classical prints depicting busts of Roman emperors 50 x 50 cm each

A Roman stone Catapult ball, 2nd-4th century AD, stone catapult…

A Roman stone Catapult ball, 2nd-4th century AD, stone catapult ball from Judaea, possibly used at Massada but probably part of the Roman suppression of the Jewish revolt of 70-73 AD

An antique Roman green glass bottle in timber case. Height 13…

Roman Green Glass Bottle in Timber Case

An antique Roman green glass bottle in timber case. Height 13 cm.

A Roman stucco finial of a goddess, 1st-2nd century BC, height…

Roman Goddess Finial, 1st-2nd Century BC

A Roman stucco finial of a goddess, 1st-2nd century BC, height 23 cm

A Roman bronze dagger, 2nd/3rd century A.D, 26.5 cm long

Roman Bronze Dagger: 2nd/3rd Century A.D., 26.5 cm Long

A Roman bronze dagger, 2nd/3rd century A.D, 26.5 cm long

An Etruscan bronze axe, Italian, 8th century B.C. 15 cm long

Etruscan Bronze Axe, 8th Century B.C

An Etruscan bronze axe, Italian, 8th century B.C. 15 cm long

Roman glass Sprinkler flask, 3rd-4th century, molded glass, set…

Green Roman Glass Sprinkler Flask with Display Case

Roman glass Sprinkler flask, 3rd-4th century, molded glass, set with cylindrical waisted neck above a spiraled baluster body, in tones of transparent green, with letter of authenticity, within display case, height 11 cm

Pair of Roman bone dice, c.2nd century, of petit form, with…

Roman Bone Dice with Authenticity Letter and Display Case

Pair of Roman bone dice, c.2nd century, of petit form, with incised and inked circle dots, with letter of authenticity, in display case purchased: Antiquarius, New Zealand, 2006

Roman Redware bowl, c.350-400D, Tunis, of petit form, height 2.…

Roman Redware Bowl from Tunis

Roman Redware bowl, c.350-400D, Tunis, of petit form, height 2.5 cm and diameter 6 cm purchased: James Chesterman, Cambridge UK

Two Roman Era pottery figures, both mounted on contemporary…

Roman Pottery Figures on Marble Bases

Two Roman Era pottery figures, both mounted on contemporary marble bases, tallest 18 cm high

Six Roman pottery oil lamps of various designs, two Roman Era…

Roman Pottery Lamps, Marble Heads, and Seal Collection

Six Roman pottery oil lamps of various designs, two Roman Era marble Mounter pottery heads, & a Roman seal, (9)

A Roman large bronze calvary mount, 1st century AD, diameter 11…

A Roman large bronze calvary mount, 1st century AD, diameter 11 cm

A Roman plaque with etched Lettering, 2nd-3rd century AD,…

A Roman plaque with etched Lettering, 2nd-3rd century AD, inscribed "To the best and greatest Julius Rufus of the 2nd legion Augusta. Bow and vow willingly, deservedly" found near the Vindolanda Fort

A Roman military plumbata, England, 1st-3rd century AD,…

A Roman military plumbata, England, 1st-3rd century AD, possibly an unknown weapon, a wooden shaft with arrow fletches but may be thrown underarm. A warrior may have carried five of them behind his shield. They have been found in towns and forts across…

A Roman green glass bowl with ridged detail, 1st-3rd century AD,…

A Roman green glass bowl with ridged detail, 1st-3rd century AD, rounded body, ridged pattern, double rim, diameter 12 cm, height 5.5 cm. Provenance: purchased Bath Antiques Centre, England

Roman glass bottle 2nd/3rd Century Ad, Mould blown Height 12 cm.

Roman Mould-Blown Glass Bottle, 2nd/3rd Century AD - 12cm

Roman glass bottle 2nd/3rd Century Ad, Mould blown Height 12 cm.

A Roman military pilium iron spear head, 1st-3rd century AD

A Roman military pilium iron spear head, 1st-3rd century AD

A Roman bronze low bowl, Thetford, Norfolk, England, 1st-2nd…

A Roman bronze low bowl, Thetford, Norfolk, England, 1st-2nd century AD, diameter 28 cm. Provenance: purchased Gary Edwards, ancient Antiquities, Nottingham, England, 2009

A Roman bronze pot & stand with figural detail legs, Germany,…

A Roman bronze pot & stand with figural detail legs, Germany, 1st-2nd century AD, found in Munich Germany, diameter 21 cm, height 12 cm

A Roman terracotta wine flagon, 1st century AD, bottle shaped,…

A Roman terracotta wine flagon, 1st century AD, bottle shaped, ridged detail, flared rim, height 23 cm

A pair of Roman glass vessels, Levant, circa 2ND-4th century A.…

Roman Glass Vessels from Levant, 2nd-4th Century AD

A pair of Roman glass vessels, Levant, circa 2ND-4th century A.D. Varying in colour and shape, each with a flared mouth rim. 10 cm & 6.5 cm high respectively

A terracotta Etruscan decorated pot, 20.5 cm high. Provenance:…

Etruscan Decorated Terracotta Pot - 20.5 cm

A terracotta Etruscan decorated pot, 20.5 cm high. Provenance: Property of a Gentleman, Melbourne

Marble bust depicting a Roman emperor with the head Removed,…

Headless Emperor Bust on Socle Base

Marble bust depicting a Roman emperor with the head Removed, mounted on a matching, Socle base, height 53 cm

Roman glass iridescent glass flask, 3rd century, with spreading…

Iridescent Roman Glass Flask, 3rd Century

Roman glass iridescent glass flask, 3rd century, with spreading lip above neck and double baluster body, in tones of green, in display case, height 14 cm

Southern Italian, Apulian Messapic Kantharos, c.425BC, of…

Apulian Messapic Kantharos, 425BC

Southern Italian, Apulian Messapic Kantharos, c.425BC, of baluster form, decorated with bands and scrolled leaf motifs, in natural pigments of red and black, flanked by loop handles on a spreading circular foot, height 14 cm

A Roman bronze oil lamp, swan handles, 1st-2nd century AD,…

A Roman bronze oil lamp, swan handles, 1st-2nd century AD, length 12 cm

A Roman bronze decorated mirror in the form of the goddess…

A Roman bronze decorated mirror in the form of the goddess Aphrodite, Bethlehem, 63BC-30AD, incised star detail with handle in the form of Aphrodite, height 21 cm (inc. Stand)

Two Roman translucent glass phials, one elongated tear drop and…

Roman Glass Phials with Spiral Trail & Tear Drop Shape

Two Roman translucent glass phials, one elongated tear drop and one with applied spiral trail, 1/4th century, 12 & 6.5 cm long

A Roman glass vessel with unusual strapping to the body, 1st…

Roman Glass Vessel with Unique Strapping, 1st Century A.D

A Roman glass vessel with unusual strapping to the body, 1st century A.D., 17 cm high, Purchased in London

Roman fresco. A fragment of a Roman fresco, acquired by Morley…

Roman Fresco Fragment

Roman fresco. A fragment of a Roman fresco, acquired by Morley in Italy 1960. 20 x 12 x 2 cm

A Roman pottery mortarium, 1st century AD, bowl with flared rim…

A Roman pottery mortarium, 1st century AD, bowl with flared rim and pouring spout, diameter 24 cm