Roman Gnostic Bifacial Hematite Gemstone with Magical Scene and Inscription

CIRCA 3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (5.58 grams, 27.3 mm).

Plano-convex in section with engraved scene to the flat face of a reaper bending to cut stalks of wheat; reverse with legend to centre 'CX/WN' and abraded inscription to the edges.

Provenance

Private collection, 1980s.
Acquired on the UK art market.
Private collection, London, UK.

CONDITION

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LOT 0128