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LOT 0184
Estimate
GBP (£) 3,000 - 4,000
EUR (€) 3,470 - 4,630
USD ($) 4,020 - 5,360
ROMAN HORSE GEMSTONE IN GOLD RING
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
1 in. (5.65 grams, 24.27 mm overall, 20.92 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P, USA 7 1/2, Europe 16.23, Japan 15)).
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
1 in. (5.65 grams, 24.27 mm overall, 20.92 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P, USA 7 1/2, Europe 16.23, Japan 15)).
An oval garnet cabochon engraved with a horse on a baseline in a dynamic pose with lowered head; set in a possibly Byzantine gold ring with a grooved hoop supporting a box bezel, a pellet to each lower corner.
PROVENANCE:
Acquired from London galleries during the 1990s.
From the jewellery collection of a London, UK, gentleman.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.12115-214296.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Melchart, W., Antike Kostbarkeiten aus Osterreichischem privatbesitz, Wien, 1997, fig.79, for a similar gemstone.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
