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LOT 0957
Roman Agate Gemstone with Eagle
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (1.02 grams, 19 mm).
Intaglio of an eagle standing on a thunderbolt, flanked by a stylised palm tree, leafed branch, and the Greek letters (ΠA); supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceAcquired on the French art market.
Private collection, England.
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Roman and Later Hardstone Gemstone Collection
1st century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £1,820
Including intaglio profile bust and figural groups; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 9.12 grams total, 13-18 mm
Private collection, England. -
Roman Glass Flask
Circa 1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Comprising a barrel-shaped body with a dimpled base, short tubular neck and an everted rim. 33 grams, 72 mm
From a London, UK, collection of glass, 1970-2000s. -
Roman Bronze Statuette Base
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Circular cotton-reel base with concentric banding on the edges. 29.3 grams, 24 mm
Ex Cambridgeshire, UK, gentleman's collection.
