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LOT 0931
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Fortuna
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.47 grams, 9.66 mm).
Octagonal in plan with intaglio Fortuna standing with ship's rudder and cornucopia; 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 Glass Bottle
3rd-4th century A.D.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £83
Mould-blown bottle comprising a flat-based tubular body and short neck with returned flange rim. 94.2 grams, 14 cm
From an important London collection of glass, 1990s.
Most of similar examples of Roman bottles have been found in the Eastern Mediterranean. Earliest examples have been found in Roman Lusitania (Pombalinho-Santarem). The type lasted until the 4th century A.D. (Samaria-Sebaste, Israel). -
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Roman Heliodore Gemstone with Mars
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
With intaglio standing figure of Mars holding a shield and spear, supporting a victoriola on his outstretched hand; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.52 grams, 12.27 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Child's Bronze Ring with Garnet Gemstone
Circa 2nd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £91
Featuring a round-section hoop set with a conical red garnet. 2.13 grams, 19.13mm overall, 12.57x15.69 mm internal diameter (approximate size British D 1/2, USA 2, Europe 1.78, Japan 1)
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
