Ancient Art, Antiquities & Coins
May 28, 2019
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United kingdom
The May Fair Hotel, Stratton Street, Mayfair, London, W1J 8LT, United Kingdom
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LOT 113:
Roman Victory Offering Victory Gemstone in Gold Ring
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Start price:
£
800
Estimated price:
$800 - $1,000
Auction house commission:
30%
VAT: On commission only
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2nd century AD
A carnelian cloison with intaglio seated Victory with spear, shield and helmet, frond by the foot, miniature Victory with wreath in her hand; mounted in a later gold ring. 12.28 grams, 24.58mm overall, 18.33mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q 1/2, USA 8 1/4, Europe 18.12, Japan 17) (1"). Very fine condition. A large wearable size.
Provenance
Property of a London gentleman; acquired London art market, 1970-1980.
Literature
Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 199.
