Roman - Gold Seal with Glass Intaglio - Profile Bust > Lot No. 668

Description:
Circa 2nd century AD. A gold circular cell mount with suspension loop to the centre rear; with inset glass (irridescent) intaglio depicting a laureate male profile bust.

Measurements:
4.62 grams, 21.37 mm diameter.

Condition:
Fine, some minor efflourescence to the glass.

Estimate: £1,500 - 2,000 (EUR 1,860 - 2,480; USD 2,370 - 3,170)

Auction date: Thursday 9th September 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH