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LOT 0782
Roman Gemstone and Glass Intaglio Collection
CIRCA 2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/4 - 5/8 in. (2.23 grams total, 7.48-15.98 mm).
Comprising: two with standing figures; profile bust; trefoil; fish; Fortuna; 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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Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Minerva
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
Plano-convex in section with intaglio facing figure of Minerva with a spear in each hand; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.80 grams, 14.03 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
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Roman Gold Ring with Red Glass Cabochon
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £700 - 900 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £350
Hollow-formed with inset cabochon to the bezel. 4.57 grams, 20.77 mm overall, 13.99 mm internal diameter (approximate size British D 1/2, USA 2, Europe 1.78, Japan 1)
Private collection, 1990s-early 2000s. -
Large Roman Gaming Dice Pair
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £234
Each a cuboid with ring-and-dot markings disposed 1:6, 2:5, 3:4. 7.85 grams total, 12 mm each
Ex Essex gentleman's collection, 2000s.
