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LOT 1775

Sold for (Inc. bp): £416

GEORGIAN CARNELIAN GEM WITH BUST OF GALBA
18TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (1.34 grams, 19 mm).

The polished oval stone with chamfered side edge, bearing an intaglio bust of Roman Emperor Galba in profile left, wearing a laureate crown; chipped. [No Reserve]

PROVENANCE:
Early 20th century collection based on the ring.
Acquired on the London art market.
Property of a North London antiquary.

CONDITION
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