Roman Carnelian Intaglio of a Nobleman
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1st century AD. A discoid plaque with finely-cut intaglio bust of a first century Imperial nobleman portrait (Gaius or Lucius?), clean-shaven and with short hair, wearing a mantle clasped at the throat with a disc brooch; still set into the corroded remains of a contemporary finger ring. Cf. Taylor, G. & Scarisbrick, D. Finger Rings from Ancient Egypt to the Present Day, Oxford, 1978, type 34. 9.85 grams, 34mm (1 1/2"). UK art market, acquired prior to 1980.
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Extremely fine condition.
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Roman Carnelian Intaglio of a Nobleman
Estimate £200 - £300
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