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LOT 1112
Roman Chaldecony Gemstone with Cupid
1ST CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.37 grams, 10 mm).
Oval translucent intaglio with a profile bust of a male with strong features, a feather behind the neck. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceUK private collection assembled 1970s-90s, and thence to the liquidated state of above.
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LOT 1112
Roman Chaldecony Gemstone with Cupid
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £5
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Roman Dark Blue Glass Bead Bracelet
Circa 1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £50 - 70 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Comprising mainly oblate beads, restrung with an elasticated string. 8.09 grams, 16.6 cm
Ex Ancient Art Shop, Windsor, UK, 1990s. Ex private collection. -
Roman Terracotta Double-Spouted Oil Lamp with the Gods Serapis and Cybele
Circa 1st century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
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London, UK, art market, 1980s. Private collection, London, UK.
