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LOT 0734
Roman Gold Ring with Carnelian Mercury Gemstone
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (9.17 grams, 25.33 mm overall, 17.63 x 14.43 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J 1/2, USA 5, Europe 9.32, Japan 9)).
Intaglio bust of Mercury turned to the left, with a petasos on his head and a caduceus on his shoulder; natural black inclusions in the red stone; mirror-finish polishing; gold mounting/setting with flattened and jutting hoop; mounted in an ancient gold ring; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market.
Private collection, England.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13169-249498.
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LOT 0734
Roman Gold Ring with Carnelian Mercury Gemstone
Estimate £2,000 - 3,000€2,320 - 3,480 (for guidance only)$2,700 - 4,050 (for guidance only)
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