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LOT 0643
Roman Chalcedony Gemstone with Bearded Bust
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
5/8 in. (0.75 grams, 15 mm).
Domed type with incuse profile portrait bust of a bearded Parthian with curved 'Phrygian' cap; 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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LOT 0643
Roman Chalcedony Gemstone with Bearded Bust
Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
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From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Bronze Fylfot Plate Brooch
4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
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From the private coin collection of a West London, UK, gentleman, formed since the mid 1980s. -
Roman Ovoid Oil Lamp with Low Relief Decoration
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Stub handle to the rear, vertical ribs on the body and the nozzle with ring-and-dot motifs. 65 grams, 87 mm
Ex Ancient Art Shop, Windsor, UK, 1990s. Ex private West County, UK, collection.
