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LOT 0079
Late Roman Bucchero Jug
CIRCA 4TH CENTURY A.D.
6 1/8 in. (428 grams, 15.5 cm high).
The ribbed body with gusseted strap handle and trefoil mouth.
Provenancewith a London, UK gallery 1971-early 2000s.
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Roman Gold Ring with Carnelian Cameo of Eros
Early 3rd century A.D.Estimate: £1,200 - 1,700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £480
Composed of a convex hoop with expanding angled shoulders, oval bezel set with carnelian cameo gemstone carved with the head and face of Eros with pinched features and centrally-parted hair; a marriage. 7.09 grams, 21.79 mm overall, 17.87 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H 1/2, USA 4, Europe 6.81, Japan 6)
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Opening Bid: £80
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Good condition, very rare
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