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LOT 0800
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Robed Female
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.55 grams, 11.97 mm).
With intaglio robed female advancing with one hand extended; 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 Gemstone and Glass Intaglio Collection
Circa 2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £221
Comprising: profile bust; standing Mercury with caduceus; advancing goat; eagle with wreath; gryllus; hare; each supplied with a museum-quality impression. 2.02 grams total, 8.94-12.52 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Blue Glass Bead Necklace String
1st-4th century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £111
Composed of gently graduating mixed beads, the central feature a large rectangular bangle section, restrung. 12.6 grams, 46 cm
Ex London, UK, collection, 1990s. -
Roman Silver Inscribed Ring
2nd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £98
D-section hoop with angled shoulders and raised bezel with pseudo inscription, inked collector's number on the inside 'MI574'; polished. 3.49 grams, 22.30 mm overall, 15.52 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H 1/2, USA 4, Europe 6.81, Japan 6)
Formerly in the collection of Lord McAlpine of West Green, bearing collection number M1574. Bonhams, Knightsbridge, London, Antiquities Sale, Wednesday 12th July 2000, no.9 (part). Property of a West Northamptonshire, UK, gentleman. Accompanied by a copy of the Bonhams invoice.
