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LOT 0798
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Eagle
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.82 grams, 12.58 mm).
With intaglio eagle perching with a wreath in its beak; 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 Agate Gemstone with Female Bust
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £98
With intaglio profile female bust, hair drawn up in a chignon; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.23 grams, 1.37 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Glass Pendant with Lion's Head
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
An amber-coloured pendant with an impressed lion motif. 1.11 grams, 18.65 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Bronze Horse-Head Whorl Plate Brooch
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £156
With horse-head decoration to each arm, each head with punched ring-and-dot eye, and a similar motif to the centre; catchplate and remains of the iron pin to verso. 14.60 grams, 38.56 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
