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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.
ProvenanceFrom 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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Roman Bronze Strigil with Leaf Design
2nd century B.C.-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £442
With C-section profile to the blade, rectangular handle with lateral flanges. 44 grams, 22 cm
Acquired early 1990s. Ex private American collection; thence by descent. Private Swiss collection since 1998. -
Roman Bronze Decorated Bracelet
Circa 2nd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
Of penannular form, decorative panels with ring-and-dot and line designs separated by narrow decorative bands. 26 grams, 69 mm
From the collection of a High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, UK, gentleman, circa 2000. -
Roman Crystal Gemstone with Galley
Circa 1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Estimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
With intaglio ship under sail with banks of oars; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.94 grams, 14 mm
From the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London.