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LOT 1026
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Mercury
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.41 grams, 13.23 mm).
With intaglio standing figure of Mercury wearing a petasos, holding a flower; 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 Carnelian Gemstone with Minerva
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
Octagonal in plan with intaglio Minerva standing with spear and shield; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.42 grams, 9.96 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Glass Trefoil-Mouthed Juglet
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £150
With bulbous body and pontil base, slender neck, rolled rim pinched to a trefoil; applied handle to the rear. 30 grams, 84 mm
From a specialist collection of glass, acquired from dealerships during the 1990s. -
Roman Heavy Silver Ring with Square Plaque
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
Comprising a braided median band to the hoop flanked by tiered neighbours, square bezel with granule to each corner and one to centre. 11.38 grams, 30.42 mm overall, 19.07 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)
Ex European private collection. Private European collection, acquired in 2001.
