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LOT 0593
Roman Ring Gemstone Collection
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/4 - 5/8 in. (4.21 grams total, 8-15 mm).
Mainly ellipsoid carnelian plaques with incuse designs including standing figure, bird in flight and other types. [7]
ProvenanceFrom an old UK collection, 1980s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
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Roman Gold and Garnet and Chrysoprase Gemstone Necklace
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Opening Bid: £1,500
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Roman Silver Ring with Portrait Gemstone
2nd-3rd century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £624
With pointed angles to the plaque, stepped cell with inset later carnelian intaglio profile portrait bust. 8.75 grams, 23.88 mm overall, 16.17 mm internal diameter (approximate size British F, USA 2 3/4, Europe 3.67, Japan 3)
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.