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The so-called dolphin brooch is very British. This specimen was probably made by the Celtic Corieltauvi tribe, shortly after the arrival of the Romans in the middle of the 1st century. Published in two works by Richard Hattatt.

Gold sheet artfully crafted in the repoussé technique, with a relief depicting reclining ibexes. Possibly the decoration of a sword pommel. Exhibited and published by the Art Institute of Chicago in the 1970s.

Nice and rare enameled variant of the Hod Hill type. Found in Norfolk, UK. The piece is published in two books by Richard Hattatt.

The early Celtic brooch dates from the 6th century BC and was found in Spain. This specimen is published in two standard works on ancient brooches.

A local British production from the 2nd century. It is taking up a continental brooch type. From the famous Hattatt collection and published in two standard works on ancient brooches.

A nice brooch type from the 1st century with an especially well preserved decorative disc. From the famous Hattatt collection and published in two standard works on ancient brooches.

Fibula with noble green patina. An import from mainland Europe to Roman Britain. From the 1st century AD. Published in two stardard works on ancient brooches by Richard Hattatt.

Very nice specimen with niello inlays and remains of the original gilding. From the mid 4th century AD. Published in two stardard works on ancient fibulae.

Well preserved example of this important fibula type that was introduced to Britain by Roman troop movements from the Rhineland. This specimen was already produced locally in Britannia province. It was published in two books on ancient fibulae.

Rare variant of this brooch type, found in Great Britain and dating to the mid 1st century AD. The piece is published twice in the famous Hattatt reference books on ancient fibulae.

There rare brooch type from northern Italy is based on predecessors from Greece. The piece is from the famous Richard Hattatt collection and is published in two of his works.

Possibly made by the Celtic Durotriges tribe under Roman rule in Britain. The piece is published in two books by Richard Hattatt.

Nicely enameled brooch with a Romano-Celtic sunburst design. From the 2nd century AD. Published in two stardard works on ancient brooches by Richard Hattatt.

Interesting fibula with a covered hinge mechanism and enamel decoration on the bow. From the 2nd century Roman Britain. Published in two stardard works on ancient brooches by Richard Hattatt.

Colourful enameled brooch from the Roman Imperial period. Published in two stardard works on ancient brooches by Richard Hattatt.

Openwork bronze plate from the 11th century. It was once attached to a horse harness strap. The beautiful decorations are typical of the art of the Vikings.

Wonderful figurine made of orange-red carnelian. Dating to the birth of Ancient Egypt. The rare piece was already scientifically studied in 1913.

Piriform body with engraved bird on the lid. A piece from the Roman Imperial period, found near Dover. Published in a standard work by Richard Hattatt.

Made in the style of a scarab but with a hippopotamus on the upper side. It was a protective amulet during the 18th or 19th dynasty of Ancient Egypt. It might have protected a pregnant woman. The amulet comes from the famous Matouk collection and is published in his 1971 book.

The massive bronze bracelet was found in Mintraching, Germany. The piece is published in an archeological report. Around 600 BC.

Between 1963 and 2009 on exhibition in Vienna, Zurich, Basel and Clermont-Ferrand. Reported to have been found in Middle Egypt. From the famous Prof. Maurice Bouvier collection, acquired in Egypt between 1929 and 1959.

Between 1963 and 2009 on exhibition in Vienna, Zurich, Basel and Clermont-Ferrand. Reported to have been found in Middle Egypt. From the famous Prof. Maurice Bouvier collection, acquired in Egypt between 1929 and 1959.

Reported to have been found in Tuna in Middle Egypt. Between 1963 and 2009 on exhibition in Vienna, Zurich, Basel and Clermont-Ferrand. From the famous Prof. Maurice Bouvier collection, acquired in Egypt between 1929 and 1959.

Between 1963 and 2009 on exhibition in Vienna, Zurich, Basel and Clermont-Ferrand. Reported to have been found in Middle Egypt. From the famous Prof. Maurice Bouvier collection, acquired in Egypt between 1929 and 1959.

Between 1963 and 2009 on exhibition in Vienna, Zurich, Basel and Clermont-Ferrand. Reported to have been found in Middle Egypt. From the famous Prof. Maurice Bouvier collection, acquired in Egypt between 1929 and 1959.

Piriform body with engraved cross on the lid. A piece from the Roman Imperial period. Published in a standard work by Richard Hattatt.

Lozenge shaped body with lid in Celtic design. A piece from the 1st or 2nd century, found near the Celtic settlement and later Roman town of Lindum. Published in a standard work by Richard Hattatt.

Between 1963 and 2009 on exhibition in Vienna, Zurich, Basel and Clermont-Ferrand. Reported to have been found in Middle Egypt. From the famous Prof. Maurice Bouvier collection, acquired in Egypt between 1929 and 1959.

Mirror decorated with a harbor scene. From the famous Dr. Steve Adler collection. Exported from Israel with IAA permit Nr. 539063.

Beautiful gold ring from Egypt in Roman Imperial times. Published in the exhibition catalogue of the Basel Museum of Ancient Art.

Beautiful gold ring from Egypt in Roman Imperial times. Published in the exhibition catalogue of the Basel Museum of Ancient Art.

Subject of extended scientific analysis, one of only about 34 known specimen. High quality work, excellent condition. Described by Prof. Jucker as "small piece of art". From an old Swiss private collection. Overall in exceptional condition with thoroughly worked details.

Beautiful piece of gold jewellery from Egypt in Roman Imperial times. Published in the exhibition catalogue of the Basel Museum of Ancient Art.

Beautiful vessel from the golden age of the Moche culture. It shows a blind Shaman with a rattle in his hand. 200 to 400 AD, including TL analysis.

Between 1963 and 2009 on exhibition in Vienna, Zurich, Basel and Clermont-Ferrand. Reported to have been found in Middle Egypt. From the famous Prof. Maurice Bouvier collection, acquired in Egypt between 1929 and 1959.

Probably lid of an oil lamp. Between 1963 and 2009 on exhibition in Vienna, Zurich, Basel and Clermont-Ferrand. Reported to have been found in Middle Egypt. From the famous Prof. Maurice Bouvier collection, acquired in Egypt between 1929 and 1959.