Ca. 4th-3rd century AD.A rare silver vessel boasts a broad and tall body that gracefully tapers down to a convex base, presenting an elegant and harmonious form. The neck of the vessel is accentuated with a double groove collar, enhancing its visual appeal and serving as a decorative element. The remarkable aspect of this vessel lies in the intricately engraved six-petalled rosette that adorns the central section of its basin. The rosette, with its symmetrically arranged petals, evokes a sense of natural beauty. Silver vessels of this nature were highly prized and held various purposes within the ancient society. They were often utilized for serving and presenting liquids or other valuable substances, reflecting the opulence and refinement of Hellenistic banquets and ceremonies. These vessels played a significant role in social gatherings, where their presence signaled status, wealth, and hospitality. Size: L:75mm / W:140mm ; 325g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.