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LOT 0099
Roman Gold Ring with Carnelian Cameo of Eros
EARLY 3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (7.09 grams, 21.79 mm overall, 17.87 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H 1/2, USA 4, Europe 6.81, Japan 6)).
Composed of a convex hoop with expanding angled shoulders, oval bezel set with carnelian cameo gemstone carved with the head and face of Eros with pinched features and centrally-parted hair; a marriage.
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s-early 2000s.
East Anglian private collection.
Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 199, for similar ring.
FootnotesThis ring belongs to the typology of gold rings with gem (Type II, Variant I) of Ruseva-Slokoska classification.
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LOT 0099
Roman Gold Ring with Carnelian Cameo of Eros
Estimate £1,200 - 1,700€1,390 - 1,970 (for guidance only)$1,620 - 2,300 (for guidance only)
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Roman Gemstone Group
Circa 1st-2nd century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £247
Composed of carnelian and possibly garnet polished stones, each bearing a different intaglio design: a figure holding a staff; figure standing holding a cornucopia and wearing a floor-length robe, possibly Fortuna; short, helmetted figure, possibly Mars; figural scene composed of a central seated female wearing a helmet, possibly the goddess Minerva, two attendants to either side; each accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 2.88 grams total, 9-14 mm
Ex property of a European lady living in London; from her father's family collection formed before 1978. -
Roman Agate Cameo with Medusa
Circa 2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
Displaying a facing female mask featuring hatched hair and naive features. 1.39 grams, 17 mm
Ex property of a London gentleman; acquired on the London art market, 1970-1980. -
Roman Bronze Phallic Pendant
1st-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
Modelled with stylised anatomical detailing with an integral suspension loop, short 'tail' emerging behind the loop. 13 grams, 41 mm
Acquired on the EU art market around 2000. From the collection of a North American gentleman.
