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Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Hippocamp Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Hippocamp Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Hippocamp
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LOT 0688

Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Hippocamp

2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.

3/8 in. (0.23 grams, 9.68 mm).

With intaglio hippocamp supporting a trident; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.

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LOT 0688

Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Hippocamp

Sold for (Inc. bp): £104

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