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LOT 1028
Roman Red Jasper Gemstone with Eagle
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.23 grams, 10.81 mm).
With intaglio eagle perched on a branch, head reversed; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Roman Red Jasper Gemstone in Iron Ring
Circa 2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £312
An oval intaglio with a gryllus wearing a curving helmet with a horse-head finial, a rabbit and a dolphin above, set in a corroded iron ring. 10.55 grams, 30.80 mm overall, 14.11 mm internal diameter (approximate size British E, USA 2 1/4, Europe 2.41, Japan 2)
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Aubergine Glass and Other Bead Necklace String
1st-4th century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £39
Composed of mixed beads in graduated sizes, with a large bead as the central feature, restrung. 18.7 grams, 38 cm
Ex London, UK, collection, 1990s. -
Roman Gold Bead Collection
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £546
Comprising a number of oblate, tubular ribbed, annular and discoid beads. 7.59 grams total, 1.33-7.98 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
