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LOT 0752
Roman Green Agate Gemstone Depicting a Palm Tree
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.2 grams, 10 mm).
Biconvex with intaglio palm-tree motif.
Provenance
From the private collection of Mr K.A., acquired in the 1990s-early 2000s.
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LOT 0752
Roman Green Agate Gemstone Depicting a Palm Tree
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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