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LOT 0624
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Venus
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.27 grams, 8.38 mm).
With intaglio standing nude figure, possibly Venus, holding a cornucopia; 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): £195
Comprising: goose; running hound; standing figure; profile hare; bird taking a fish; resting lion; each supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.52 grams total, 5.97-10.09 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
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Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Winged Victory
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
Intaglio winged Victory standing with one arm extended; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.29 grams, 8.81 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Eagle
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
With intaglio eagle perching with a wreath in its beak; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.82 grams, 12.58 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
