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LOT 0614

Roman Intaglio Gemstone with Wheat

CIRCA 2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.

3/8 in. (0.2 grams, 9 mm).

Carnelian with intaglio of three radiating stalks of wheat; supplied with a museum-quality impression.

Provenance

From the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London.

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LOT 0614

Roman Intaglio Gemstone with Wheat

Estimate £150 - 200€170 - 230 (for guidance only)$200 - 270 (for guidance only)

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