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LOT 0566

Roman Gemstone with Cavalryman

2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.

1/2 in. (0.75 grams, 13 mm).

Oval in shape displaying a mounted cavalryman riding left on horseback; polished.

Provenance

Collected from 1969-1999.
From the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK.

CONDITION

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LOT 0566

Roman Gemstone with Cavalryman

Sold for (Inc. bp): £208

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