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Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Sol in Quadriga Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Sol in Quadriga Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Sol in Quadriga
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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.

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LOT 0020

Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Sol in Quadriga

Sold for (Inc. bp): £195

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