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LOT 0871
Roman Gemstone in Original Iron Ring
1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (9.75 grams, 32 mm).
Carnelian cabochon with intaglio ibex beside a palm tree; set in remains of ferrous finger ring.
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market.
Private collection, London.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 274, for type.
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LOT 0871
Roman Gemstone in Original Iron Ring
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
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With broad rounded shoulder tapering to a conical foot, low cylindrical neck and everted mouth with rolled rim. 52 grams, 12.5 cm
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