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LOT 0941
Roman Gemstone and Glass Intaglio Collection
CIRCA 2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/4 - 1/2 in. (1.90 grams total, 7.96-13.82 mm).
Comprising: profile male bust; janiform bust; eagle with prey; female bust with solar crown; head of Jupiter above an eagle with spread wings; ship with mast and sail; each supplied with a museum-quality impression. [6, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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AUCTIONS:
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Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Cockerel
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £85
With intaglio cockerel standing on a baseline; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.30 grams, 9.89 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Glass Flask
3rd-4th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £56
Squat in profile with trumpet-shaped neck and mouth, rolled rim, dimple base. 93 grams, 78 mm
From a London, UK, collection of glass, 1970-2000s. -
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Seahorse
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £98
With intaglio seahorse with its forelegs extended; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.27 grams, 8.14 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
