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Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Standing Deity Between Doors Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Standing Deity Between Doors Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Standing Deity Between Doors Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Standing Deity Between Doors Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Standing Deity Between Doors Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Standing Deity Between Doors
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LOT 0663

Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Standing Deity Between Doors

2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.

1/2 in. (0.76 grams, 13 mm).

Brownish-orange intaglio with incuse scene of a deity standing beneath an arch with two open doors, flanked by two standards, tiled floor below; accompanied by a museum-quality impression.

Provenance

UK private collection before 2000.
London collection, acquired on the UK art market.

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LOT 0663

Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Standing Deity Between Doors

Sold for (Inc. bp): £468

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