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LOT 1067
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Eagle
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.44 grams, 11.61 mm).
With intaglio eagle standing with head turned, wreath in the 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 Silver Artefact Group
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Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
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Roman Banded Orange Agate Gemstone with Gryllus
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
With an intaglio figure with a large head advancing left on bird legs, long beard and nose, wearing a curving helmet with a cockerel-head finial with drips falling from its nose; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.36 grams, 8.90 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Bronze Dolphin Mount
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
Stylised figure with curving body and splayed crescentic tail with a loop above. 11.2 grams, 37.6 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
