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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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Late Roman Bronze Ring with Bust
4th-6th century A.D.Estimate: £120 - 170 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £60
Substantial hoop with a raised rectangular bezel bearing a profile bust facing left, flanking inscription '+VI TVS'. 8.85 grams, 29.60 mm overall, 17.30 x 20.72 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
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Roman Gemstone Collection
2nd-3rd century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £390
Including a rock crystal insert with intaglio hoplite and two other intaglio warriors, a later cameo with female bust. 2.16 grams total, 11-15 mm
Norfolk family collection, 1940s-1960s; thence by descent. -
Roman Bronze Ring with Figural Intaglio
Circa 2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
With rounded shoulders and tapering shank, inset glass gem with standing figure. 4.63 grams, 21.60 mm overall, 17.95 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L 1/2, USA 6, Europe 11.87, Japan 11)
Acquired on the UK art market in the late 20th century A.D. From the private collection of the late David King (1940-2024), Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, UK.
