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LOT 0727
Roman Agate Gemstone with Fortuna
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.31 grams, 11.36 mm).
With intaglio Fortuna standing with cornucopia in one hand; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Roman Miniature Glass Jar
4th-5th century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
With broad shoulder and conical body, everted rim, two loop handles and applied undulating band to the shoulder. 51.34 grams, 47 mm wide
Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector. London collection, 2016.
This jar is a Syro-Palestinian type. Similar jars were found in the graves of Beit Fajjar, Palestine, and usually dated at the 4th-5th centuries A.D. Their colour is usually yellow-green or light green, but purple is also used. -
Roman Agate Gemstone with Bird
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
Intaglio perching bird motif with frond. 0.46 grams, 11.29 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Iridescent Glass Bottle
1st-2nd century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Tubular in form with shallow rounded base, sloped shoulder and flared rim to the mouth. 13.5 grams, 84 mm
Ex London, UK, art market 1990s.
