1st C. Roman Carnelian Intaglio (19th C. Gold Pin)
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Description
Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE; Western Europe, probably England or France, Neoclassical Period, ca. 19th century CE. A beautiful carnelian stone intaglio set in a Victorian era gold tie or lapel pin. The ancient intaglio depicts two standing winged figures, perhaps Victory, Mars, and/or Minerva, the gods associated with warfare and triumph- one holds a spear and the other is crowning a small figure, perhaps an emperor standing upon a shield in the center. The pin is in excellent condition and could be worn today as intended and the pin comes with an end cap and vintage velvet case. Size: 2.75" L x 0.5" Diameter (7 cm x 1.3 cm); gold quality: 66% to 79.36% (equivalent to 16K to 19K+); weight: 3.1 grams
Provenance: private Danvers, Massachusetts, USA collection, acquired by descent; ex-USA collection, acquired before 2000
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#179212
Provenance: private Danvers, Massachusetts, USA collection, acquired by descent; ex-USA collection, acquired before 2000
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#179212
Condition
Intaglio is intact and excellent. Minor wear from previous use with patina and toning on gold. Pin is wearable.
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1st C. Roman Carnelian Intaglio (19th C. Gold Pin)
Estimate $1,200 - $1,800
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