Loading, please wait...

Use mousewheel to zoom in and out, click to enlarge

Details

LOT 0020

Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Sol in Quadriga

2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.

1/2 in. (0.99 grams, 13.33 mm).

Octagonal in plan with intaglio scene of Sol in his quadriga on a baseline; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.

CONDITION

VETTING:

TimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process


AUCTIONS:

TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.

LOT 0020

Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Sol in Quadriga

Sold for (Inc. bp): £195

Print page

RELATED LOTS

  • Large High Status Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp with Rosette
    Large High Status Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp with Rosette
    Early 1st century A.D.

    Sold for (Inc. bp): £234

    Deep, circular body with volute scrolls flanking the nozzle, concentric circles around the concave discus with radiating petals; maker's mark cross on base. 99 grams, 11.5 cm



    From the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent. Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet with reference no.A27.

    Lot Details

  • Roman Bronze Crossbow Brooch
    Roman Bronze Crossbow Brooch
    4th century A.D.

    Sold for (Inc. bp): £143

    With onion-knop finials, gusset to the bow, chamfered sections to the foot, hinged pin to the reverse. 47.5 grams, 78 mm



    Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.

    Lot Details

  • Roman Silver Inscribed Ring
    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.

    Lot Details

Stay up-to-date with the latest from TimeLine Auctions by joining our mailing list