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Intaglio Gemstone with Bust Intaglio Gemstone with Bust Intaglio Gemstone with Bust
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LOT 1959

Intaglio Gemstone with Bust

20TH CENTURY A.D. OR EARLIER

5/8 in. (1.65 grams, 15 mm).

The biconvex obsidian cabochon with intaglio profile female bust of a matron with neatly dressed hair; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex property of a Richmond gentleman; part of his family collection formed before 1980; thence by descent.

CONDITION
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LOT 1959

Intaglio Gemstone with Bust

Sold for (Inc. bp): £59

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