Exceptional Seal Box

CNG 88, Lot: 2167. Estimate $1000. Sold for $1500. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

Bronze seal box. Roman, circa 1st century AD. Ovoid box with hinged cover plate depicting Apollo standing facing, holding wreath and cradling palm branch. To the left, a gryphon seated left, looking up toward the god. To the right, a raven standing right atop a tripod. Dimensions: 2.3x1.5.0x0.7cm. Green patina. Intact and in working condition.