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LOT 0713
Roman Mars Standing Gemstone
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (1.18 grams, 18 mm).
Ellipsoid carnelian gemstone with intaglio figure of Mars standing holding a spear and wearing a helmet, altar with flame beside him.
ProvenanceFrom an old UK collection, 1980s.
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