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LOT 1300
Roman Cream Gemstone with Grazing Horse
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.45 grams, 11 mm).
Fusiform type with intaglio profile grazing horse on a baseline; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
LiteratureFor a similar gemstone of a grazing horse cf. Spier, J., Ancient gems and finger rings, Catalogue of the Collections. The J. Paul Getty Museum, Malibu, 1992, p.117 no.300.
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LOT 1300
Roman Cream Gemstone with Grazing Horse
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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