Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Cockerel

1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.

3/8 in. (0.29 grams, 8 mm).

Ellipsoid in plan with intaglio cockerel standing with curved tail-feathers; supplied with an impression. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.

Literature

Cf. for similar gemstones Hoppal, K., 'Roman engraved gems from Southeast Asia' in Bartus D. (ed.), Dissertationes Archaeologicae ex Instituto Archaeologico Universitatis de Rolando Eotvos nominatae, Ser.3 No.9, Budapest, 2021, pp.197-224, figs.1,2; 1.5.

CONDITION

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LOT 1208