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LOT 0950
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Centaur
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.60 grams, 10.03 mm).
With intaglio centaur advancing with staff; 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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Roman Garnet Gemstone with Apollo
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,820
Ellipsoid in plan with intaglio profile bust of Apollo with long cascading hair on the shoulders, braided wreath to the brow. 1.59 grams, 18 mm
Private collection, 1990s-early 2000s. -
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Winged Victory
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
With intaglio winged Victory stooping, holding a wreath; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.46 grams, 10.69 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Gold Double Ring with Bead
1st-2nd century A.D.Estimate: £700 - 900 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £350
Comprising two broad sheet-gold hoops, each with reeded outer face, joined with applied granules below and a wire loop above, securing a facetted glass bead. 3.52 grams, 31 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
