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LOT 0396
Renaissance Carnelian Gemstone with Roman God Neptune
16TH-17TH CENTURY A.D.
5/8 in. (0.89 grams, 16 mm).
With incuse anguipedal Neptune holding a trident and with a dolphin; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceAcquired on the European art market.
Private collection, England.
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LOT 0396
Renaissance Carnelian Gemstone with Roman God Neptune
Estimate £500 - 700€580 - 810 (for guidance only)$680 - 950 (for guidance only)
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