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LOT 0185
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Minerva in Iron Bezel
CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (3.5 grams, 23 mm).
Ferrous bezel with inset intaglio of Minerva standing with spear and shield, one hand extended with patera.
ProvenanceEx gentleman's specialist collection, 1990-2015.
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