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Roman Aquamarine Gem with Head of Serapis in Gold Ring Roman Aquamarine Gem with Head of Serapis in Gold Ring Roman Aquamarine Gem with Head of Serapis in Gold Ring
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LOT 0154

Roman Aquamarine Gem with Head of Serapis in Gold Ring

1ST CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (2.98 grams, 26.40 mm overall, 20.24 mm internal diameter (approximate size British V, USA 10 1/2, Europe 23.77, Japan 22)).

The intaglio bearing the bearded head of the god Serapis; gold ring with slender hoop and openwork tripartite shoulders, held in an oval claw setting; stamped '9ct' to the interior. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Early 20th century collection based on the ring.
Acquired on the London art market.
Property of a North London antiquary.

This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11861-206034.

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LOT 0154

Roman Aquamarine Gem with Head of Serapis in Gold Ring

Sold for (Inc. bp): £3,120

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