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Roman Agate Gemstone with Female Bust Roman Agate Gemstone with Female Bust Roman Agate Gemstone with Female Bust
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LOT 0795

Roman Agate Gemstone with Female Bust

2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.

1/2 in. (1.23 grams, 1.37 mm).

With intaglio profile female bust, hair drawn up in a chignon; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.

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LOT 0795

Roman Agate Gemstone with Female Bust

Sold for (Inc. bp): £98

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