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Ancient Style Sapphire Gemstone with Head of Medusa Ancient Style Sapphire Gemstone with Head of Medusa Ancient Style Sapphire Gemstone with Head of Medusa
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LOT 0397

Ancient Style Sapphire Gemstone with Head of Medusa

18TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.

1/8 in. (0.37 grams, 6 mm).

Incuse gorgoneion with writhing snakes.

Provenance

Acquired on the European art market.
Private collection, England.

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LOT 0397

Ancient Style Sapphire Gemstone with Head of Medusa

Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,170

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