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LOT 0970
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Fortuna
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.59 grams, 13 mm).
Biconvex type with incuse design of Fortuna standing with a 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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LOT 0970
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Fortuna
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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Roman Artefact Reproduction Group
20th century A.D.Estimate: £20 - 30 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Comprising: a miniature Centurion helmet, a miniature gladius, and a small goose-neck spoon; each with information cards. 108 grams total, 7.8-17 cm including case
From the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent. -
Roman Lead Gaming Die
Circa 1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £30 - 40 (+bp*)
Bids: 1 | Current Bid: £5
Cuboid dice with impressed markings unusually disposed 1:6, 4:5, 3:?. 7.94 grams, 11 mm
Ex gentleman collector of antique and antiquity games from Berkshire, UK, having collected for over 20 years. -
Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp
Circa 3rd century A.D.Estimate: £40 - 70 (+bp*)
Bids: 1 | Current Bid: £5
Decorative band surrounding the filler hole, tapering lug handle to the rear, and the base with low-relief decoration. 60 grams, 10.5 cm
From the collection of a Cambridge, UK, gentleman, by direct descent from his father, who acquired the items in London in circa 1960.
