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LOT 0707
Roman Gemstone with Hound
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.95 grams, 13 mm).
Ellipsoid carnelian gemstone with intaglio hound running on a baseline; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceFrom a Swiss collection, 1980s onwards.
Property of a North London, UK, gentleman.
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