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LOT 0614
Roman Gemstone with Lion Face
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.73 grams, 12 mm).
The animal depicted incuse on domed face of a polished garnet cabochon; accompanied by a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceUK private collection before 2000.
UK art market.
Property of a London gentleman.
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