Were there cannons in the 16th century?

Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.

Was there glass in the 16th century?

Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.

Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?

Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.

How did art change in the 18th century?

In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.

How do you identify 18th-century furniture?

To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.

What is the most important painting of the 20th century?

What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.

What furniture was used in the 16th century?

A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.

What is 17th-century furniture called?

What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.

How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?

One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.

Who invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century?

Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.

Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?

British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.

What are the major features of Dutch 17th century portraiture?

17th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?

The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.

Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?

The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.

What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?

At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

15th Century Coins

Rome Coin

Antique Roman Coin

Greek Owl Coin

Alexander The Great Coin

Ancient Coins

Turkey Coin

Sicily Coin

Ancient Greek Silver Stater

Antique Money Coin

$490 / item

H 3 in Dm 8 in

Antique Money Coin

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique money coin Each coin is unique and varies slightly in size and stain. Each coin features natural distressing. Sold individually.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier African Minimalist More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

13th Century Gold Coin From The Ghurid Rulers Of India MU'IZZ AL-DIN MUHAMMAD

$822,705

H 0.04 in Dm 1.78 in

13th Century Gold Coin From The Ghurid Rulers Of India MU'IZZ AL-DIN MUHAMMAD

Located in London, GB

Ghurid Rulers Of India, Mu'izz Al-Din Muhammad B. Sam (567-602h). Gold 10-Mithqals/Dinars, Balad Ghazna 601h. Obverse: In Field: La Ilaha Illa Allah Muhammad Rasul Allah Al-Nasir L...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Indian Scholar's Objects

Materials

Gold

Medallic Ancient Silver Coin (Tetradrachm) of Alexander the Great

$13,500

H 1.26 in W 1.26 in D 0.2 in

Medallic Ancient Silver Coin (Tetradrachm) of Alexander the Great

Located in London, GB

A medallic and beautifully preserved ancient silver tetradrachm, bearing a particularly fine portrait of one of the greatest heroes from antiquity - Heracles. On the obverse, the hea...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Ptolemy III Bronze Double-Sided Coin, Octobol, 94.5 gr

$24,000

H 1.76 in W 1.76 in D 0.16 in

Ptolemy III Bronze Double-Sided Coin, Octobol, 94.5 gr

Located in Newmanstown, PA

Ptolemy III Bronze Double-Sided Coin, Octobol. This is one of the largest ancient coins ever. Very rare and hard to find. It is in an excellent condition with a lot of details showin...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Bronze

Authentic Greek Apollonia Pontika AR Drachm Coin & 22-Karat Gold Custom Pendant

$2,100

H 0.94 in W 0.63 in D 0.25 in

Authentic Greek Apollonia Pontika AR Drachm Coin & 22-Karat Gold Custom Pendant

Located in Atlanta, GA

An authentic Greek Apollonia Pontika, AR Drachm Coin (Thrace, circa 450-400 BC), set in a round 22-karat gold bezel with 22-karat gold bail. The obverse, or front, side of this coin ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Silver

Set of Three Ancient Coins, Hasmonean Prutah, Roman Denarius, Sassanian Drachm

$1,230 / set

H 0.08 in Dm 1.19 in

Set of Three Ancient Coins, Hasmonean Prutah, Roman Denarius, Sassanian Drachm

Located in New York, NY

A remarkable collection of three ancient coins representing three important civilizations and historical periods of the ancient world, all professionally certified and encapsulated b...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Silver, Bronze

Authentic Roman Silver Denarius Coin w/Pegasus Set in a Custom 22k Gold Pendant

$4,500

H 1.75 in W 0.75 in D 0.25 in

Authentic Roman Silver Denarius Coin w/Pegasus Set in a Custom 22k Gold Pendant

Located in Atlanta, GA

An authentic Q. Titius, silver denarius coin (Rome, circa 90 BC), set in a custom 22-karat gold bezel, suspended within a squared bezel with gold bead accents at each corner, and 22-...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Silver

An Authentic Greek Apollonia Pontika, AR Drachm Coin Set in 22 kt Gold Pendant

$3,995

H 1 in W 0.69 in D 0.13 in

An Authentic Greek Apollonia Pontika, AR Drachm Coin Set in 22 kt Gold Pendant

Located in Atlanta, GA

An authentic Greek Apollonia Pontika, AR Drachm Coin (Thrace, circa 450-400 BC), set in a custom squared 22-carat gold bezel and 22-carat gold bail, with gold beaded accents. The obv...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Silver

Roman Empire Domitian Coin circa 76-77 AD Set in Gold with Diamond Accents

$3,495

H 1.57 in W 1.07 in D 0.13 in

Roman Empire Domitian Coin circa 76-77 AD Set in Gold with Diamond Accents

Located in Atlanta, GA

An authentic Roman Empire, Domitian (circa 76-77 AD), silver Denarius coin, minted in Rome, set in a custom 22-karat gold bezel with 22-karat gold bail with gold bead and diamond acc...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Collectible Jew...

Materials

Gold

Ancient Macedonian Alexander the Great Coin Set in 22 kt Gold & Emerald Pendant

$6,395

H 1.62 in W 1.25 in D 0.12 in

Ancient Macedonian Alexander the Great Coin Set in 22 kt Gold & Emerald Pendant

Located in Atlanta, GA

An Authentic Greek (Macedonian) Alexander the Great Tetradrachm Coin, 336-323 BC, set in a 22-karat gold bezel and Bail with an Emerald Stone Accent. Obverse of Coin is Heracles and ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Macedonian Classical Greek Collectible ...

Materials

Metal, Gold

Ancient Bruttium Coin with Crab Design Set in 22-Karat Gold Ring

$4,195

H 0.75 in W 0.75 in D 0.5 in

Ancient Bruttium Coin with Crab Design Set in 22-Karat Gold Ring

Located in Atlanta, GA

An authentic ancient Bruttium, the Brettii, Æ quartuncia coin, (circa 216-214 BC) custom mounted within a 22-karat gold band and bezel. The obverse, or front side of this coin is hea...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Metal

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Lacquered Wood Coin Case, Mid 15th Century

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H 10.24 in W 13.39 in D 8.27 in

Lacquered Wood Coin Case, Mid 15th Century

Located in Firenze, FI

Umbrian manufacture of the second part of the 15th century.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

11th-12th Century Authentic Medieval Coin of the Crusades in Sterling Silver

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H 2.17 in W 1.5 in L 2.17 in

11th-12th Century Authentic Medieval Coin of the Crusades in Sterling Silver

Located in Atlanta, GA

An authentic medieval Coin of the Crusades (11th-12th century), set in a custom rounded 925 sterling silver drop pendant with rope and ball trim accent details about the bezel. The C...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Turkish Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Metal

Ancient Silver Coin from Carthage

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H 2.7 in Dm 2.7 in

Ancient Silver Coin from Carthage

Located in London, GB

This beautiful coin was issued at the Entella mint, Sicily, by the Carthaginians. The obverse with a portrait of the nymph and patron of Syracuse, Arethusa. The reverse with a date p...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Sicilian Classical Greek Historical Mem...

Materials

Silver

Ancient Persian Gold Daric Coin, 420 BC

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H 0.67 in Dm 0.67 in

Ancient Persian Gold Daric Coin, 420 BC

Located in London, GB

A superb example of an ancient Persian gold daric. Minted by the Achaemenid Empire, under King Xerxes II or Artaxeres II, circa 420 - 375 BC, at the Sardes mint. The obverse with...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Gold

Ancient Silver King Croesus Coin, 550 BC

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Ancient Silver King Croesus Coin, 550 BC

Located in London, GB

The first silver coin. Issued by the famously wealthy King Croesus of Lydia, circa 550 BC. The front of the coin with a leaping, open-jawed lion, attacking a large bull. The r...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Ancient Roman Coin of Emperor Probus, 280 AD

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Ancient Roman Coin of Emperor Probus, 280 AD

Located in London, GB

A beautiful ancient Roman antoninianus, minted under Emperor Probus, (Marcus Aurelius Probus Augustus). Struck, circa 280 AD, at the Ticinum mint. The obverse with a fine bust of ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Ancient Roman Republican Silver Coin, 90 BC

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H 0.71 in Dm 0.71 in

Ancient Roman Republican Silver Coin, 90 BC

Located in London, GB

A deeply struck, toned and fine style ancient Roman Republican silver denarius. Struck under the moneyer Lucius Calpurnius Piso Frugi in 90 BC, at the Rome mint. The obverse with ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Ancient Celtic Silver Tetradrachm Abstract Warrior Coin, 150 BC

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H 0.32 in Dm 0.83 in

Ancient Celtic Silver Tetradrachm Abstract Warrior Coin, 150 BC

Located in London, GB

An exceptional example of abstract Celtic artwork on a coin. A heavy silver tetradrachm, minted by the Danubian Celts of Pannonia (Burgenland), circa 2nd Century BC. The obvers...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Ancient Gold Persian Achaemenid Empire Daric Coin, 420 BC

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H 0.67 in Dm 0.67 in

Ancient Gold Persian Achaemenid Empire Daric Coin, 420 BC

Located in London, GB

A gold daric from the Achaemenid Empire, struck at the Sardes mint sometime between the reins of Xerxes II to Artaxeres II, circa 420 - 375 BC. The obverse with the Great King of...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Gold

Ancient Silver Coin of King Croesus, 550 BC

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H 0.75 in Dm 0.75 in L 0.75 in

Ancient Silver Coin of King Croesus, 550 BC

Located in London, GB

A fascinating and important object, the first truly standardized silver coin, minted under the famously wealthy King Croesus of Lydia. An excellent example of a large double siglos (...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

Ancient Gold Punic Coin from Carthage, 310 BC

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Ancient Gold Punic Coin from Carthage, 310 BC

Located in London, GB

A Punic gold stater minted in Carthage, circa 310 - 270 BC. The obverse with the portrait of Tanit, chief goddess of Carthage, wearing triple drop earring and a necklace made of w...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Gold

Superb Ancient Greek Silver Punic Coin from Sicily

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H 0.95 in Dm 0.95 in

Superb Ancient Greek Silver Punic Coin from Sicily

Located in London, GB

A superb silver tetradrachm issued by the Carthaginians at the Entella mint, during their occupation of Sicily. The obverse with a portrait of the nymph and patron of Syracuse, Areth...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Sicilian Classical Greek Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Ancient Greek Gold Coin of Alexander the Great, 281 BC

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H 0.71 in Dm 0.71 in

Ancient Greek Gold Coin of Alexander the Great, 281 BC

Located in London, GB

A pleasing example of a historically fascinating coin type. This gold stater, minted under King Lysimachos, depicts one of the earliest known portraits of Alexander the Great, in fin...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Gold

Extraordinary Byzantine Gold Coin of Emperor Phocas, 603 AD

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H 0.91 in Dm 0.91 in

Extraordinary Byzantine Gold Coin of Emperor Phocas, 603 AD

Located in London, GB

A highly unusual Byzantine solidus, boasting the finest portrait of Emperor Phocas that we have ever seen. A gold solidus issued under Emperor Phocas (or Focas), at the Constantin...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Medieval Antiquities

Materials

Gold

Ancient Greek Silver Coin with head of Poseidon, 227 BC

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H 3.4 in Dm 3.4 in

Ancient Greek Silver Coin with head of Poseidon, 227 BC

Located in London, GB

An impressive ancient Greek silver coin with a fantastic example of Hellenistic portraiture. A tetradrachm minted under King Antigonos III Doson ("the man who will give") of Maced...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Ancient Greek Silver Stater Coin from Sikyon, 431 BC

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H 0.99 in Dm 0.99 in

Ancient Greek Silver Stater Coin from Sikyon, 431 BC

Located in London, GB

A superb example of one of the most graceful and artistic coin types of antiquity, struck from the most artistically accomplished obverse die that we have seen. An ancient silver sta...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antiquities

Superb Ancient Classical Greek Silver Didrachm Coin from Taras

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H 0.87 in Dm 0.87 in

Superb Ancient Classical Greek Silver Didrachm Coin from Taras

Located in London, GB

The obverse with the Greek hero Taras, nude and riding a dolphin, raising his right hand and clutching a struggling octopus in his left. The reverse with the hero seated on a low sto...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Greek Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Ancient Greek Silver Sea Turtle Coin from Aegina

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H 0.79 in Dm 0.79 in

Ancient Greek Silver Sea Turtle Coin from Aegina

Located in London, GB

The obverse of this unusually complete and deeply toned high-relief coin shows a leatherback turtle. The reverse with an incuse square divided into five compartments. It was not the...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Ancient Roman Coin of Emperor Maximianus, 305 AD

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H 0.16 in Dm 0.87 in

Ancient Roman Coin of Emperor Maximianus, 305 AD

Located in London, GB

A beautifully preserved, well struck, and perfectly centred ancient Roman antoninianus minted under Emperor Maximianus (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus Herculius Augustus). Struc...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

Ancient Bronze Coin of Antiochos VIII & Elephant in Custom 21-Karat Gold Pendant

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H 0.94 in W 0.88 in D 0.13 in

Ancient Bronze Coin of Antiochos VIII & Elephant in Custom 21-Karat Gold Pendant

Located in Atlanta, GA

A bronze coin of Antiochos VIII (circa 121-96 BC), set in a custom round 21-karat gold bezel with beautiful scalloped edging and 21-karat gold bail. The obverse, or front side of thi...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Bronze

Ancient Greek Silver Tetradrachm Coin from Syracuse Sicily, 450 BC

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H 0.32 in Dm 1.11 in

Ancient Greek Silver Tetradrachm Coin from Syracuse Sicily, 450 BC

Located in London, GB

An extraordinarily beautiful and well preserved example of mid 5th Century Syracusan coinage. An ancient silver tetradrachm, from the great city of Syracuse, struck circa 450 BC. An...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antiquities

Ancient Gold Alexander the Great Stater Coin, 323 BC

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Ancient Gold Alexander the Great Stater Coin, 323 BC

Located in London, GB

An Alexander the Great gold stater issued under King Philip III Arrhidaeus. Struck at the Babylon mint, 323 - 317 BC. The obverse with a beautiful portrait of Athena, goddess of wis...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antiquities

Materials

Gold

Ancient Roman Coin with the Personification of Winter - 150 AD

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Ancient Roman Coin with the Personification of Winter - 150 AD

Located in London, GB

A beautiful little coin with the personification of one of the Four Seasons, winter. An anonymous issue struck at the Rome mint, circa 117-161 AD. The obverse with the bust of win...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Artisan-Crafted Dangling Earrings from Late Roman Era Bronze Coins & 21 kt Gold

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H 0.75 in W 0.57 in D 0.57 in

Artisan-Crafted Dangling Earrings from Late Roman Era Bronze Coins & 21 kt Gold

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of artisan created earrings from authentic Late Roman era bronze coins of Constantine I (circa 307 to 337 A), which have each been set within 21-karat gold bezels with roped e...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Bronze

Large Ancient Greek Gold Coin of King Ptolemy IV, 221 BC

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H 1.07 in Dm 1.07 in

Large Ancient Greek Gold Coin of King Ptolemy IV, 221 BC

Located in London, GB

A superb, beautifully centred, lustrous example of one of the most impressive and valuable coins ever minted in the ancient world. A solid gold Oktadrachm or Mnaïeion, issued unde...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Gold

Ancient Greek Gold Coin of Alexander the Great, 305 BC

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H 0.67 in Dm 0.67 in

Ancient Greek Gold Coin of Alexander the Great, 305 BC

Located in London, GB

A beautiful, well centred and fine style example of a historically fascinating coin type. This gold stater, minted under King Lysimachos, depicts one of the earliest known portraits ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antiquities

Materials

Gold

Unique Ancient Gold Coin of Queen Arsinoe II, 253 BC

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H 1.19 in Dm 1.19 in

Unique Ancient Gold Coin of Queen Arsinoe II, 253 BC

Located in London, GB

A unique, extremely fine, solid gold Octadrachm or Mnaïeion, the most valuable and heaviest gold coin struck in all antiquity. Minted around 253 BC by King Ptolemy II of Egypt in the...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antiquities

Materials

Gold

Ancient Greek Silver Didrachm Coin from Metapontum, 400 BC

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Ancient Greek Silver Didrachm Coin from Metapontum, 400 BC

Located in London, GB

Didrachm minted in Metapontum, Lucania, circa 400-340 BC. The obverse with the profile of Demeter, her long hair bound with a wreath of barley ears. The reverse with the embl...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Greek Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Ancient Roman Sestertius Coin of Emperor Gordian III, 241 AD

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H 1.19 in Dm 1.19 in

Ancient Roman Sestertius Coin of Emperor Gordian III, 241 AD

Located in London, GB

A sestertius minted under the youngest ever sole ruler of the Roman Empire, Emperor Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus). Struck at the Rome mint, in 241 AD. The obverse with a...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antiquities

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Bronze

Ancient Greek Gold Pentadrachm Coin of Ptolemy II, 274 BC

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Ancient Greek Gold Pentadrachm Coin of Ptolemy II, 274 BC

Located in London, GB

A rare and impressive solid gold pentadrachm. Minted under Ptolemy II of Egypt, in Alexandria, circa 274-272 BC. The obverse of the coin shows a magnificent portrait of the founde...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Antiquities

Materials

Gold

Superb Ancient Greek Silver Stater Coin from Kaulonia, 525 BC

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H 1.19 in Dm 1.19 in

Superb Ancient Greek Silver Stater Coin from Kaulonia, 525 BC

Located in London, GB

A masterpiece of late archaic art. Silver stater from Kaulonia, Bruttium, circa 525-500 BC. The obverse with a nude cult statue of Apollo, wearing diadem and carrying a laurel br...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Greek Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Ancient Greek Silver Lion Tetradrachm Coin from Leontini, 450 BC

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Ancient Greek Silver Lion Tetradrachm Coin from Leontini, 450 BC

Located in London, GB

Silver tetradrachm from Leontini, Sicily, circa 450 BC. The obverse with Apollo, patron deity of Leontini. The god is shown wearing a laurel wreath, his long hair tied into a chigno...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Sicilian Classical Greek Antiquities

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Silver

Ancient Greek Silver Griffin Stater Coin from Teos, 510 BC

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Ancient Greek Silver Griffin Stater Coin from Teos, 510 BC

Located in London, GB

An archaic silver stater from Teos, Ionia, issued circa 510 BC. The obverse with the king of beasts and guardian of treasures, the Griffin; a mythological creature with the body o...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Antiquities

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Silver

Ancient Greek Silver Tortoise Stater Coin from Aegina - 456 BC

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Ancient Greek Silver Tortoise Stater Coin from Aegina - 456 BC

Located in London, GB

A charming ancient Greek silver stater from the island of Aegina, circa 456 - 431 BC. The obverse with a tortoise, seen from above. The creature perfectly centred and preserved on...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Ancient Roman Sestertius Coin of Emperor Antoninus Pius, 142 AD

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H 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in

Ancient Roman Sestertius Coin of Emperor Antoninus Pius, 142 AD

Located in London, GB

A medallic ancient Roman sestertius with an outstanding pedigree, once in the famous collection of Clarence Sweet Bement (1843-1923) and the mysterious collector known by the pseudon...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antiquities

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Bronze

Ancient Greek Gold Coin of King Alexander the Great, 323 BC

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Ancient Greek Gold Coin of King Alexander the Great, 323 BC

Located in London, GB

A gorgeous example of one of the most desirable ancient Greek coin types, with an exceptional pedigree. A solid gold ancient Greek stater minted in the name of the greatest milita...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antiquities

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Gold

Ancient Greek Gold Stater Coin of Alexander the Great, 297 BC

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Ancient Greek Gold Stater Coin of Alexander the Great, 297 BC

Located in London, GB

One of the most beautiful portraits of Alexander the Great, in gold, known. This stunning gold stater minted under King Lysimachos depicts one of the earliest known portraits of Ale...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antiquities

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Gold

Authentic Greek Apollonia Pontika Coin, Silver and 22-Karat Gold Banded Ring

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Authentic Greek Apollonia Pontika Coin, Silver and 22-Karat Gold Banded Ring

Located in Atlanta, GA

An authentic Greek Apollonia Pontika, AR Dibol Coin (5th-4th century BC), set in a round 22-karat gold bezel and sterling silver banded ring. This eye-catching ring made from the anc...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Collectible Jewelry

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Metal, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver

Medieval English Gold Noble Coin of King Edward III, 1369 AD

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H 0.4 in Dm 1.35 in

Medieval English Gold Noble Coin of King Edward III, 1369 AD

Located in London, GB

A medieval gold noble, minted under King Edward III of England, circa 1369 - 1377 at the London mint. The obverse with Edward standing on the deck of a ship, facing the viewer and...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Historical Memorabilia

Ancient Greek Silver Tetradrachm Coin of Alexander the Great, 323 BC

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H 1.26 in W 1.26 in D 0.4 in

Ancient Greek Silver Tetradrachm Coin of Alexander the Great, 323 BC

Located in London, GB

The finest tetradrachm of Alexander the Great on the market and amongst the very finest known. A lifetime issue from the Memphis mint, Egypt. Struck, circa 325-323 BC. Of the countl...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hellenistic Antiquities

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Silver

Ancient Greek Silver Pegasus Stater Coin from Syracuse, 304 BC

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H 0.79 in Dm 0.79 in

Ancient Greek Silver Pegasus Stater Coin from Syracuse, 304 BC

Located in London, GB

One of the most beautiful depictions of Pegasus we have ever seen on an ancient coin. An ancient Greek silver stater, minted by the great city of Syracuse under tyrant Agathokles,...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Sicilian Classical Greek Historical Mem...

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Silver

Ancient Greek Bull's Heads Stater Coin from Lesbos, 500 BC

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H 0.79 in Dm 0.79 in

Ancient Greek Bull's Heads Stater Coin from Lesbos, 500 BC

Located in London, GB

A weighty billon stater from the city of Mytilene on the island of Lesbos, circa 500 BC. The obverse with two confronting calf heads, in profile, an olive tree behind. The rev...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antiquities

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Silver

Ancient Jewish Silver Temple Coin from the Bar Kochba Revolt, 133 AD

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H 1.03 in Dm 1.03 in

Ancient Jewish Silver Temple Coin from the Bar Kochba Revolt, 133 AD

Located in London, GB

One of the most historically fascinating and desirable Biblical period coins. A silver tetradrachm (referred to in the Mishnah as a "sela") from the collection of François-Maurice...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Israeli Antiquities

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Silver

Ancient Greek Silver Tetradrachm Coin of King Philip V, 188 BC

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H 1.26 in Dm 1.26 in

Ancient Greek Silver Tetradrachm Coin of King Philip V, 188 BC

Located in London, GB

A silver tetradrachm minted under King Philip V of Macedon. Issued under magistrate Ar---, by the Pella or Amphipolis mint, circa 188-184 BC. The obverse with a Macedonian shield, w...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antiquities

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Silver

Medallic Ancient Roman Sestertius Coin of Emperor Marcus Aurelius - 161 Ad

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H 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in

Medallic Ancient Roman Sestertius Coin of Emperor Marcus Aurelius - 161 Ad

Located in London, GB

A very attractive, well provenanced sestertius minted under one of Rome's greatest ever rulers, Emperor Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Augustus). Struck 7th March 161-17t...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Antiquities

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Bronze

1000th Anniversary of Rome Ancient Roman Sestertius Coin, 244 AD

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H 1.19 in Dm 1.19 in

1000th Anniversary of Rome Ancient Roman Sestertius Coin, 244 AD

Located in London, GB

A handsome ancient Roman sestertius, issued to commemorate the 1000th anniversary of Rome. Struck under Emperor Philip I, (Marcus Julius Philippus Augustus) also known as Philip the ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

Ancient Greek Silver Tetradrachm Coin from Akragas Sicily, 460 BC

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H 0.99 in Dm 0.99 in

Ancient Greek Silver Tetradrachm Coin from Akragas Sicily, 460 BC

Located in London, GB

An ancient Greek silver tetradrachm coin from Akragas, Sicily. Minted, circa 460 - 446 BC. The obverse with a sea eagle perching on top of an Ionic column. The Greek inscription rea...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Sicilian Classical Greek Animal Sculptures

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Silver

Ancient Greek Silver Tetradrachm Coin with a Warrior on Horseback, 335 BC

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H 1.07 in Dm 1.07 in

Ancient Greek Silver Tetradrachm Coin with a Warrior on Horseback, 335 BC

Located in London, GB

A silver tetradrachm minted under King Patraos of Paeonia, circa 335-315 BC. The obverse with the head of a youthful Apollo, wearing a laurel wreath. The reverse with a Paeoni...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antiquities

Ancient Greek Gold Coin of King Philip II, 323 BC

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H 0.79 in Dm 0.79 in

Ancient Greek Gold Coin of King Philip II, 323 BC

Located in London, GB

A beautifully toned ancient Greek gold stater, minted in the name of the brilliant King Philip II of Macedon. Issued, circa 323-316 BC, at the Abydos mint. The obverse with a yout...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Collectibles and Curios...

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Gold

Large Ancient Silver Tetradrachm Coin of King Eukratides the Great, 170 BC

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H 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in

Large Ancient Silver Tetradrachm Coin of King Eukratides the Great, 170 BC

Located in London, GB

A large, medallic coin minted by the Bactrian King, Eukratides the Great, circa 170-145 BC. The obverse with a bold portrait of Eukratides, shown as a chubby boy, with a round chi...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antiquities

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Silver

Ancient Greek Silver Tetradrachm Coin with the Portrait of Alexander the Great

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H 1.07 in Dm 1.07 in

Ancient Greek Silver Tetradrachm Coin with the Portrait of Alexander the Great

Located in London, GB

A beautiful, sculptural silver coin with the head of Alexander the Great, minted under one of Alexander's top generals and successors, King Lysimachos. Struck at the Lysimacheia mint...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antiquities

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Silver

Ancient Greek Gold Stater Coin of Alexander the Great, 322 BC

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H 1.9 in Dm 1.9 in

Ancient Greek Gold Stater Coin of Alexander the Great, 322 BC

Located in London, GB

A magnificent, gem-like coin with a sublime portrait of Alexander the Great. This gold stater was issued under Alexander's brother Philip III, and was struck at the Colophon mint, ci...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Busts

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Gold

Ancient Greek Silver Hellenistic Tetradrachm Coin of King Perseus, 174 BC

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H 3.1 in Dm 3.1 in

Ancient Greek Silver Hellenistic Tetradrachm Coin of King Perseus, 174 BC

Located in London, GB

A silver tetradrachm minted under King Perseus of Macedon. Issued under magistrate Zoilos at the Pella or Amphipolis mint, circa 174 - 173 BC. The obverse with the head of Perseus, ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Ancient Greek Silver Tetradrachm Coin of King Philip II, 323 BC

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H 1.07 in Dm 1.07 in

Ancient Greek Silver Tetradrachm Coin of King Philip II, 323 BC

Located in London, GB

A well struck, toned and high relief ancient Greek tetradrachm of excellent style. Minted in the name of the brilliant King Philip II of Macedon, circa 323 - 315 BC at the Pella mint...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Superb Ancient Roman Gold Solidus Coin of Emperor Constantius II, 355 AD

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H 0.87 in Dm 0.87 in

Superb Ancient Roman Gold Solidus Coin of Emperor Constantius II, 355 AD

Located in London, GB

A superb example of ancient Roman gold coinage, in the finest state of preservation. A gold solidus issued under Emperor Constantius II (Flavius Julius Constantius Augustus), at the ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antiquities

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Gold

Ancient Greek Gold Coin of King Philip II of Macedon, 323 BC

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H 1.8 in Dm 1.8 in

Ancient Greek Gold Coin of King Philip II of Macedon, 323 BC

Located in London, GB

A gold stater issued in the name of King Philip II of Macedon, father of Alexander the Great. Minted in Teos, circa 323-316 BC. The obverse with a fine style portrait of Apollo, wi...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antiquities

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Gold

Superb Ancient Roman Silver Denarius Coin of Emperor Domitian, 92 AD

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H 0.75 in Dm 0.75 in

Superb Ancient Roman Silver Denarius Coin of Emperor Domitian, 92 AD

Located in London, GB

A superb example of ancient Roman silver denarius, minted under Emperor Domitian (Titus Flavius Caesar Domitianus Augustus). Struck at the Rome mint, in 92 or 93 AD. The obverse w...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antiquities

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Silver

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Library of Antique Leatherbound Books

$3,195 / set

H 61.03 in W 31.5 in D 47.25 in

Library of Antique Leatherbound Books

Located in Brønshøj, DK

This collection consists of 400 antique decorative books, mainly dating from 1850–1950, with most published before 1920. The books are bound in leather, many with fine gold leaf embo...

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20th Century Danish Victorian Books

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Gold Leaf

Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

$34,325

H 6.3 in W 15.75 in D 5.91 in

Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Upper Cretaceous, about 70-65 million years ago (Maastrichtian) Morocco The skull is reconstructed in good proportions with fossil pieces found in a phosphate mine in Morocco. I att...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier African Natural Specimens

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Bone

Rothschild Antique Chinese Ningxia Square Rug with Florals

$85,000

W 156 in L 158 in

Rothschild Antique Chinese Ningxia Square Rug with Florals

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool and originating from 18th century China, this 13x13 antique rug is extremely special for its beauty and its outstanding large size among works curated from this ...

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Antique 1750s Chinese Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rare L.C. Tiffany Favrile Glass Vase with Floral Decoration, circa 1900

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H 6 in Dm 2.5 in

Rare L.C. Tiffany Favrile Glass Vase with Floral Decoration, circa 1900

By Tiffany Studios, Louis Comfort Tiffany

Located in Palm Desert, CA

A luminous and exceptionally fine example of Louis Comfort Tiffany’s masterful glasswork, this Favrile glass vase dates to circa 1900. The vase features a graceful, elongated baluste...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Vases

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Blown Glass

Antique Victorian Wicker Vintage Baby Buggy Stroller Carriage Full Size

$695

H 34 in W 47 in D 23 in

Antique Victorian Wicker Vintage Baby Buggy Stroller Carriage Full Size

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Victorian Wicker Vintage Baby Buggy Stroller Carriage Full Size. Details: Adjustable footrest, wicker frame, wooden handle, removal parasol umbrella, very nice antique item, ...

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Children's Furniture

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Metal

Egyptian Stone Relief of Man and Wife

$255,000Sale Price|33% Off

H 11.03 in W 10.44 in D 1.58 in

Egyptian Stone Relief of Man and Wife

Located in London, GB

This painted limestone relief is an exquisite example of New Kingdom relief carving from the apogee of Egyptian artistic production. Carved in raised relief - a labour-intensive tech...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Busts

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Limestone

Antique Polychrome Baroque Gilt Venetian-Style Carved Wood King Headboard

$4,160Sale Price|20% Off

H 71.25 in W 80.25 in D 3 in

Antique Polychrome Baroque Gilt Venetian-Style Carved Wood King Headboard

Located in North Fort Myers, FL

This exquisite antique Venetian-style king bed is a true showstopper, featuring an intricately hand-carved and gilded frame with a soft, distressed celadon green finish. The elaborat...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Rococo Beds and Bed Frames

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Wood

Vintage Japanese Ceremonial Wedding Kimono with Embroidery Designs

$1,800

H 74 in W 52 in D 1 in

Vintage Japanese Ceremonial Wedding Kimono with Embroidery Designs

Located in Atlanta, GA

A large Japanese Wedding Kimono with bold embroidery designs. The auspicious attire was known as Uchikake and was worn by the bride during the wedding ceremony made from silk and hea...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Textiles

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Brocade, Silk

circle of Nicolas Poussin17th Century French Old Master Oil Painting Classical Robed Semi Nude Figures

$6,033Sale Price|20% Off

H 16 in W 20 in

17th Century French Old Master Oil Painting Classical Robed Semi Nude Figures

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

17th century French School circle of Nicolas Poussin (French 1594-1665) "Figures in Arcadia" oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 16 x 20 inches provenance: private collection, England co...

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17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

René Lalique (1860-1945), Glass Clock "Pendulette 8 jours Cinq Hirondelles" 1920

$11,599

H 5.83 in W 4.93 in D 1.89 in

René Lalique (1860-1945), Glass Clock "Pendulette 8 jours Cinq Hirondelles" 1920

By René Lalique

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

René Lalique (1860-1945), Pendulette 8 jours Cinq Hirondelles,1920 René Lalique Pendulette 8 jours « Cinq Hirondelles » enameled glass clock Also called pendulette « Vol d’Hirondel...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass

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Glass

Tiepolo Green with Colorful Butterflies Tall Chest of Drawers

$10,590

H 57.88 in W 24.02 in D 14.97 in

Tiepolo Green with Colorful Butterflies Tall Chest of Drawers

By Porte Italia

Located in Milan, IT

This tall chest of drawers features a dark green patinated finish adorned with a delicate array of colorful butterflies, each detailed with subtle shading to enhance their lifelike a...

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2010s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

50 Million Year Old Fossil Crocodile Specimen (Green River Formation, Wyoming)

$1,780,000

H 49 in W 90 in D 2.75 in

50 Million Year Old Fossil Crocodile Specimen (Green River Formation, Wyoming)

By Green River Fossil Company

Located in Logan, UT

Act fast to claim this exquisite piece of natural history, as our fossils will no longer be available through 1stDibs after October 31. This sculptural stone specimen features an ex...

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2010s American Decorative Art

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Limestone

Dutch VOC Silver Shipwreck Treasure Coins From The Akerendam Shipwreck 1724

$2,663

H 0.04 in Dm 0.77 in

Dutch VOC Silver Shipwreck Treasure Coins From The Akerendam Shipwreck 1724

Located in AMSTERDAM, NH

Origin: Holland Value: 2 pennies / 2 stuiver Date: 1724 A VOC Akerendam shipwreck treasure of nine 2 stuivers minted by the Province of Holland in 1724. The Akerendam sunk off th...

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Antique 1720s Dutch Nautical Objects

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Silver

Fontainebleau SchoolLarge 16th Century Old Master Oil Painting The Judgement of Paris Mythological, 1580

$10,969Sale Price|20% Off

H 30 in W 40 in

Large 16th Century Old Master Oil Painting The Judgement of Paris Mythological

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

The Judgement of Paris Fontainebleau School, circa 1580 *see notes below oil painting on canvas, framed framed: 30 x 40 inches canvas: 27 x 37 inches Provenance: private collection, ...

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16th Century Mannerist Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Italian 18th Century Venetian St. Hand Painted Cabinet

$48,800

H 101.5 in W 66.75 in D 11.25 in

Italian 18th Century Venetian St. Hand Painted Cabinet

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning and extremely decorative Italian 18th century Venetian st. hand painted cabinet. The most unique two door two drawer cabinet is raised by elegant cabriole legs and display...

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Antique 18th Century Italian Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Very Large Chinese Enamel Jardinière on Wooden Stand

$82,270

H 50.01 in Dm 45.67 in

Very Large Chinese Enamel Jardinière on Wooden Stand

Located in London, GB

Very large Chinese enamel jardinière on wooden stand Chinese, 20th century Measures: Height 127cm, diameter 116cm This monumental cloisonné enamel jardinière is a superb example...

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20th Century Chinese Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

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Enamel

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An assortment of 15th century coins is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct 15th century coins — often made from metal, gold and silver — can elevate any home.

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