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LOT 0957
Roman Banded Agate Gemstone with Mercury
CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.36 grams, 13 mm).
Ellipsoid cloison with intaglio figure of Mercury standing with caduceus and a coin-purse. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx Simmons gallery, 1990s.
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Roman Gemstone Collection
2nd-3rd century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £390
Including a rock crystal insert with intaglio hoplite and two other intaglio warriors, a later cameo with female bust. 2.16 grams total, 11-15 mm
Norfolk family collection, 1940s-1960s; thence by descent. -
Late Roman Bronze Tweezers
4th-6th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
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From a private Tyneside collection, formed since the early 2000s. -
Roman Bronze Brooch Group
1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Comprising four bow brooches, each retaining much of the pin. 20.6 grams total, 33-67 mm
From a Dunmow, UK, collection; formed from 1970.
