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Roman Carnelian Bust of Mercury Gemstone Roman Carnelian Bust of Mercury Gemstone Roman Carnelian Bust of Mercury Gemstone
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LOT 0096

Roman Carnelian Bust of Mercury Gemstone

2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.

3/4 in. (1.27 grams, 18 mm).

Ellipsoid gemstone with chamfered rim, incuse profile bust of Mercury with wreath in his hair and star to the rear of the neck.

Provenance

From an old UK collection, 1980s.

CONDITION
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LOT 0096

Roman Carnelian Bust of Mercury Gemstone

Sold for (Inc. bp): £286

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