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LOT 0169
Roman Carnelian Jupiter Gemstone in Gold Ring
CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
1 in. (6.09 grams, 25.34 mm overall, 17.27 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)).
With intaglio profile image of Jupiter seated on a high-backed throne, wreath to the brow; in a later gold ring. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx M. Bartlett collection, 1990s.
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Roman Gemstone Collection
1st-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £442
Including advancing lion, perching bird and other types; each supplied with a museum-quality impression. 3.82 grams total, 7-19 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
One of the gemstones is certainly pertinent to a military ring, representing an eagle among two signa (standards). Both shafts are decorated with multiple phalerae and lunulae. -
Roman Bronze Erotic Plaque
Circa 3rd century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
Rectangular plaque with pierced trapezoidal lug to the upper edge; central panel with reserved orgiastic scene. 26.7 grams, 51 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s. -
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Swan
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £182
With intaglio swan standing with a fish dangling from its beak; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.33 grams, 9.63 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
