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LOT 0745
Roman Black Gemstone with Horseman
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.44 grams, 12 mm).
Ellipsoid type with incuse design of a horseman in profile advancing on a baseline; 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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LOT 0745
Roman Black Gemstone with Horseman
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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Bids: 1 | Current Bid: £5
Bow brooch formed as a horse modelled in the round with an elongated neck, notched mane, punched pellet eyes; fore-legs forming the catch, rear legs with a transverse bar and hinged pin beneath. 26.5 grams, 47 mm
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Roman Bronze Ring with Nicolo Mercury Gemstone
Circa 3rd-4th century A.D.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Bids: 4 | Current Bid: £60
Carinated hoop with stepped shoulders, ellipsoid cell with inset nicolo intaglio of Mercury standing. 8.18 grams, 25.28 mm overall, 17.53 x 14.71 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J, USA 4 3/4, Europe 8.69, Japan 8)
From the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent. Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet(s) with reference no.A104.
