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Roman Garnet Gemstone with Hippocamp Roman Garnet Gemstone with Hippocamp Roman Garnet Gemstone with Hippocamp Roman Garnet Gemstone with Hippocamp Roman Garnet Gemstone with Hippocamp Roman Garnet Gemstone with Hippocamp
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LOT 0572

Roman Garnet Gemstone with Hippocamp

2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.

3/8 in. (0.46 grams, 9.9 mm).

A dark purplish-red cabochon with hippocamp facing left. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.

CONDITION
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LOT 0572

Roman Garnet Gemstone with Hippocamp

Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)

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£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*

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