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Lot 178 - Auction 107

A roman carnelian intaglio set in a later gold ring. Bust of a Matrona with inscription.
Estimate:
1.500,00/2.000,00 £
Starting price:
1.000,00 GBP
Price realized:
1.300,00 GBP
Bids:
3

Bids

Lot status:
Auction closed

Description

A roman carnelian intaglio set in a later gold ring. Bust of a Matrona with inscription.

2nd - 3rd century A.D.

Stone 10 x 13 mm; ring size 16,5 x 18 mm; 2.35 gr.

Female portrait with draped bust, facing left. The hairstyle refers to the imperial portraits of the second century A.D. The effigy is surrounded by a Greek inscription, probably votive. The gem is mounted in a ring from the Grand Tour era. Excellent condition.

Provenance: UK private collection.
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