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LOT 0682

Roman Putto Gemstone

CIRCA 2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.

3/8 in. (0.33 grams, 10 mm).

Carnelian with intaglio winged putto with a rod in his extended hand; 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 0682

Roman Putto Gemstone

Sold for (Inc. bp): £169

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