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LOT 0229
Sasanian Blue Chalcedony Gemstone with Animal in Gold Ring
5TH-7TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (5.95 grams, 25.63 mm overall, 18.29 x 18.82 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q 1/2, USA 8 1/4, Europe 18.12, Japan 17)).
An oval grey-blue intaglio featuring a reclining antelope, set in a later hollow-form gold ring; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceAcquired on the European art market.
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LOT 0229
Sasanian Blue Chalcedony Gemstone with Animal in Gold Ring
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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