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LOT 1438
Roman Style Gold Ring with Portrait Gemstone
20TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (8.46 grams, 24.52 mm overall, 19.46 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16)).
With an openwork hoop composed of heart-shaped volute scrolls; five pellets to each shoulder supporting an oval bezel with an applied ropework border; red carnelian intaglio engraved with a profile bust of a male wearing a radiate crown, possibly god Sol or a Roman emperor. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom a family collection formed in the 1970s-1980s.
From the Inglismaldie Castle estate, Angus, Scotland, by descent to the current owner.
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LOT 1438
Roman Style Gold Ring with Portrait Gemstone
Sold for (Inc. bp): £546
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Large Greek Style Vessel
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Bell krater with stepped disc foot an broad rounded rim, two lateral loop handles; painted designs to the body: Side A - a nude satyr fleeing, carrying a musical instrument; Side B - two courtly ladies advancing each wearing a himation and stephane, one hand extended, the leading lady looking backwards towards the other; after the antique. 3.8 kg, 42 cm high
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Tudor Period Tinned Bronze Marriage Ring
16th-17th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
With a flat-section hoop, the expanding shoulders with a floral motif within bands of linear and pellet decoration; octagonal bezel with a couple facing each other, holding a long staff. 5.72 grams, 23.66 mm overall, 20.50 mm internal diameter (approximate size British V 1/2, USA 10 3/4, Europe 24.4, Japan 23)
Private collection formed since the 1940s. UK art market. Property of an Essex gentleman.
