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LOT 0005
Roman Red Jasper Gemstone with the God Mercury
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.36 grams, 11.62 mm).
With intaglio standing figure of Mercury wearing the petasos, holding the caduceus and supporting two bags; 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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LOT 0005
Roman Red Jasper Gemstone with the God Mercury
Sold for (Inc. bp): £208
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1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
Comprising: a lion-headed nude male figure in running position; two hand pendants making the fica gesture; a wolf-head(?) shaped mount. 38.7 grams total, 25-45 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
The 'manus fico' (literally 'fig sign') is a gesture made with the hand, and fingers curled, with the thumb thrust between the middle and index fingers. In Roman culture, this was a sign of fertility or good luck and would have warded off the evil eye. Phallic amulets were popular items amongst the Roman army. -
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Comprising three rings with decorative bezels. 6.27 grams total, 15-16 mm
Acquired Town Hall Antiques, Market Place, Woburn, Bedfordshire, UK, on 9th March 1999. Property of a West Northamptonshire, UK, gentleman. Accompanied by the original Town Hall Antiques invoice. -
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From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
