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LOT 1201
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with the Goddess Demeter Standing
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.20 grams, 10 mm).
Ellipsoid type with intaglio figure of Demeter standing facing, holding a frond and cornucopia; supplied with an impression. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
LiteratureSee Richter, G.M.A., Catalogue of engraved gems of the classical style, New York, 1920, no.135, for a gemstone representing Demeter in the same position.
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LOT 1201
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with the Goddess Demeter Standing
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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Roman Gemstone Collection
2nd-3rd century A.D. or laterEstimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Including a standing winged figure of Victory, Mercury with caduceus, Mars with a shield and spear and other types; each supplied with a museum-quality impression. 4.32 grams total, 8-16 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman and Other Dark Blue Glass Bead Necklace String
1st-4th century A.D. and laterEstimate: £50 - 70 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Composed of graduated oblate, annular, and other beads with larger beads as a central feature, restrung. 25 grams, 42 cm
Ex London, UK, collection, 1990s. -
Roman Miniature Silver Eagle Statuette
Circa 1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £60 - 80 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Modelled as a stylised eagle on a tongue-shaped platform, incised decoration to the body. 2.2 grams, 16 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
