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LOT 0684
Roman Gemstone with Fisherman
CIRCA 1ST CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (1.15 grams, 13 mm).
Engraved on a circular carnelian stone, displaying a seated fisherman with a fish on his line; accompanied by a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceAcquired on the European art market in the late 1960s-early 1970s.
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Roman Gold Earring Pair with Modern Clasps
Circa 1st-4th century A.D. and laterEstimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
Each earring composed of an openwork drum-shaped body with domed top face decorated with filigree petals, the underside displaying a ring of bulbs, central dangle suspending a blue stone bead over a collared gold spacer bead and pearl bead below; modern ear-hooks to allow for wearing. 5.17 grams total, 47 mm each
Acquired 1990s-2000s. From the collection of a North London, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Gold-Coloured Bead Group
1st century A.D. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £39
Each bulbous-bodied sheet-gold bead with a slightly different profile and central hole for suspension. 5.18 grams total, 5-6 mm
UK gallery, early 2000s. -
Roman Glass Bulbous Vase
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
With long slender neck and everted rim. 37 grams, 12.5 cm
Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector. London collection, 2016.
