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Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Goatherd and Goat Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Goatherd and Goat Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Goatherd and Goat
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LOT 0854

Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Goatherd and Goat

1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.

5/8 in. (1.4 grams, 16 mm).

Plano-convex with intaglio goatherd kneeling beside a goat on a baseline; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the Fadel family collection, London, UK, 1970s.

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LOT 0854

Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Goatherd and Goat

Sold for (Inc. bp): £130

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