9th Mar, 2019 9:30 GMT/BST

Antiques & Interiors (Part I)

 
Lot 20
 

20

A carved carnelian cameo mounted swivel ring, carved in high relief depicting the bust of...

A carved carnelian cameo mounted swivel ring, carved in high relief depicting the bust of Bacchus, mounted to a swivel shank, finger size O

Sold for £280
Estimated at £200 - £400


 

. The ring is in fair condition, the cameo with fractures noted to the surface and a chip to the base of the bust. The cameo measures 1.5cm by 1.2cm approximately. It is not hallmarked or stamped, valued as gold. Gross weight 4.1 grams. Condition Report made 10th December 2018.

 


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Auction: Antiques & Interiors (Part I), 9th Mar, 2019

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