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LOT 2121
Post-Classical Lapis-Coloured Gem with Facing Busts
19TH CENTURY A.D. OR EARLIER
1 in. (1.63 grams, 23 mm).
Sub-rectangular in plan with an intaglio female bust in profile with hair drawn up in a chignon and a male bust with Julian hairstyle; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenancePrivate collection, England.
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LOT 2121
Post-Classical Lapis-Coloured Gem with Facing Busts
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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Silver-Coloured Metal Ring with Bead Gem
Late 20th-21st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
With a broad hoop, applied scroll to each shoulder, filigree collar to the cell, inset ellipsoid synthetic ruby cabochon with wheel-cut fluting. 23.94 grams, 36.11 mm overall, 20.36 mm internal diameter (approximate size British V, USA 10 1/2, Europe 23.77, Japan 22)
Private collection, UK. -
Tudor and Later Mixed Artefact Group
16th-21st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £91
Including various coins, mounts, rings, a toy cannon, and others. 540 grams total, 11-62 mm
Found Tyne and Wear, UK. This lot is for UK buyers only, not for export. -
Post-Classical Rock Crystal Gemstone with Bust of the Emperor Hadrian
17th century A.D. or laterEstimate: £2,500 - 3,500 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,250
Ellipsoid in plan with incuse profile bust of Emperor Hadrian, bearded and wearing a laurel wreath on his brow; in an antique mount open to the underside; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 12.68 grams, 31.18 mm overall, 20.40 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)
Acquired on the French art market. Private collection, England. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13148-249494.
