Loading, please wait...
Details
LOT 254566
Roman Banded Agate Gemstone with Head of a Goddesss
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.68 grams, 11 mm).
Scaraboid type with incuse design of a female bust in profile; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]
Provenance
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
CONDITIONVETTING:
TimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
LOT 254566
Roman Banded Agate Gemstone with Head of a Goddesss
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
RELATED LOTS
-
Large Roman Terracotta Bulla with Seal Impressions
6th century A.D.Estimate: £120 - 170 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Domed body with four seal impressions, one showing the standing nimbate figure of blessing Saint Basil with the Greek inscription 'Αγιος Βα[σι]λ', one with a cross, and two other smaller impressions. 34 grams, 46 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Blue Glass and Other Bead Necklace String
1st-4th century A.D. and laterEstimate: £50 - 70 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Composed of mixed beads, including two modern 'eye' beads, restrung. 10.4 grams, 33.3 cm
Acquired in the 1990s. Ex London, UK, collection. -
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Scorpion
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £120 - 170 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Ellipsoid type with incuse design to the underside of a scorpion with segmented tail; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.49 grams, 11 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
