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LOT 0183
Roman Sardonyx Isis Gemstone
CIRCA 1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.91 grams, 14 mm).
With intaglio profile bust of Isis with Hathor crown and cornucopia; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London.
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Roman Putto Gemstone
Circa 2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
Carnelian with intaglio winged putto with a rod in his extended hand; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.33 grams, 10 mm
From the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London. -
Roman Mosaic Tesserae Group
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
A mixed group of one hundred and seventy single stone tesserae of various colours and sizes. 95 grams total, 4-14 mm
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
Roman Amber Glass Eye-Shaped Dish
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £468
Shallow elliptical dish with stepped elliptical foot to base; iridescent surfaces. 194 grams, 21 cm wide
Acquired early 1990s. Ex private American collection; thence by descent. Private collection since 1998.
