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LOT 0179
Roman Censer Intaglio Gemstone
CIRCA LATE 1ST CENTURY B.C.- EARLY 1ST CENTURY A.D.
5/8 in. (0.86 grams, 15 mm).
With frond, tripod censer, coiled serpent and other objects; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London.
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Roman Intaglio Gemstone
Circa 2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £75
With intaglio bird perching on a twig; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.38 grams, 10 mm
From the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London. -
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Roman Putto Gemstone
Circa 2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
Carnelian with intaglio winged putto with a rod in his extended hand; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.33 grams, 10 mm
From the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London. -
Roman Deep Blue Glass and Other Bead Necklace String
1st century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £39
Restrung to a Y-shape with mainly blue glass beads. 13.8 grams, 56 cm long
UK gallery, early 2000s.
