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LOT 0924
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Mercury
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.86 grams, 14.20 mm).
With intaglio Mercury standing with caduceus, objects in the field; 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 Terracotta Marble Group
Circa 1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
Comprising five spherical marbles. 17 grams total, 13.6-15.7 mm
From the collection of a Buckinghamshire, UK, collector established from the earlier 1960s. -
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Roman Gold Ring with Engraved Agate Gemstone
1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Estimate: £2,000 - 3,000 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,000
Hollow-formed with inset banded agate cloison, intaglio vine-leaf motif. 3.26 grams, 23.66 mm overall, 18.15 x 14.73 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J 1/2, USA 5, Europe 9.32, Japan 9)
Private collection, acquired on the German art market in 1993; thence by descent. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13184-249301.
These rings were characterised by an oval opening with a flat rim for a banded agate gem, which tapered towards the top. Both ring and gem are of the same date, 1st century B.C.-1st century A.D. -
Roman Bronze Horse Plate Brooch
Circa 2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £140
Modelled as a prancing horse with its foreleg raised, mane and tail indicated by diagonal striations; pin and catchplate on the reverse. 15.2 grams, 34 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
