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LOT 0792
Roman Red Jasper Gemstone with Hermes
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/4 in (0.12 grams, 7.32 mm).
With intaglio winged Hermes holding the caduceus; 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 Green Glass and Other Bead Necklace String
1st-4th century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £39
Composed of mixed beads with larger feature beads, restrung. 14.1 grams, 32 cm
Ex London, UK, collection, 1990s. -
Roman Eye Agate Intaglio with Running Dog
Circa 1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
An oval banded intaglio showing a running dog facing left. 0.46 grams, 10 mm
From a late Warwickshire numismatic collector, his collection formed from the early 1980s. -
Framed Roman Black Stone Spindle Whorl
Circa 200 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
Conical body with a circular opening; set in a glazed wooden display frame. 114 grams total, 93 x 94 mm including frame
Acquired from Ancient Art Shop, Berkshire, UK. From the collection of a Nottingham, UK, collector, established from the early 2000s. Accompanied by the original Ancient Art Shop certificate of authenticity.
