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LOT 0724
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Moon and Stars
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.44 grams, 12.85 mm).
Intaglio crescent moon surrounded by six stars; 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 Sol in Quadriga
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
Octagonal in plan with intaglio scene of Sol in his quadriga on a baseline; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.99 grams, 13.33 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Gold Earring with Emerald-Coloured Bead
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
The hoop with a hook-and-loop closure behind a domed boss with applied granule, an emerald-coloured glass bead suspended below. 1.17 grams, 23.3 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Eastern Roman Agate Amuletic Seal with Inscription
Circa 3rd-4th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Comprising a domed upper face and gently sloping walls, the underside with two opposing figures on a baseline, holding an object, with the inscription 'WPEOP' beneath the figures. 3.9 grams, 18 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
