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LOT 0081
Roman Chrome Chalcedony Gemstone of a Philosopher
1ST CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.38 grams, 10 mm).
With intaglio profile bust of a bearded male facing left; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenancePrivate English collection, formed between the late 1970s and early 1990s.
Private collection, London, UK.
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LOT 0081
Roman Chrome Chalcedony Gemstone of a Philosopher
Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,470
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Opening Bid: £160
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From an important collection of glass, London, UK, 1990s. -
Late Roman Glass Pendant
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From the private collection of the late Mr S.M., 1969-1999. -
Roman Banded Agate Cameo of a Sleeping Dog
3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
With a cameo image of a lying dog curled to the right; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.72 grams, 12.7 mm
Private English collection, formed between the late 1970s and early 1990s. Private collection, London, UK.
