1st century BC-1st century AD and later. A silver portrait of winged Victory in profile, looking left, dressed in a short peplum, later incorporated into the base of a silvered bronze brooch. See the Boscoreale treasure in Strong, D., Greek and Roman Silver Plate, London, 1966. 11.9 grams, 29mm (1"). Property of a gentleman from Vienna; from his private collection formed since 1970. The delicate image of Victory was probably originally decorating a silver cup or vessel. The style of manufacture resembles that of Boscoreale cups, allowing a date to be established between 1st century BC and 1st century AD. The figure of Victory can be associated with the triumphal program of the first Roman emperor, exalting his victorious campaigns in East and Pannonia and the pacification of the empire. [No Reserve] For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price