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LOT 0163
Roman Gold Ring with Medusa Cameo
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (5.83 grams, 22.07 mm overall, 17.23 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H 1/2, USA 4, Europe 6.81, Japan 6)).
With facetted shoulders, D-shaped cell enclosing a carved Medusa bust modelled in the round.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a Cambridge lady, 1990s.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11863-207049.
Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, items 183, 185, for type.
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LOT 0163
Roman Gold Ring with Medusa Cameo
Estimate £2,000 - 3,000€2,320 - 3,480 (for guidance only)$2,700 - 4,050 (for guidance only)
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Silver Ring Group
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One with expanded shoulders and bezel inscribed with text in a roundel; an oval bezel engraved with a figural scene; a 'twin' bezel composed of two elliptical plaques, each bearing inscribed letters. 8.68 grams total, 17-19 mm
Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a Ruislip, UK, gentleman, by inheritance. -
Romano-British Colchester-Derivative Bow Brooch
Circa 1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
With hinge at the cross-bar and pin beneath, deep bow with vertical channel; notched detailing. 12.9 grams, 47 mm
Found East Lindsey, Lincolnshire, UK. Ex private Merseyside, UK, collection. Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme report no.SWOR-A26E93. -
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Mars
2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £286
With standing helmetted figure with spear and shield; in bronze ring bezel mount. 1.89 grams total, 13-18 mm
Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector. London collection, 2016.
