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LOT 0128
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.
ProvenancePrivate collection, 1980s.
Acquired on the UK art market.
Private collection, London, UK.
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LOT 0128
Roman Gnostic Bifacial Hematite Gemstone with Magical Scene and Inscription
Estimate £800 - 1,000€930 - 1,160 (for guidance only)$1,080 - 1,350 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£444 (EUR 516; USD 600) +BP*
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