1165 - Roman Carved Gemstone Collection. 3rd century B.C.-3rd century A.D. Comprising: a red carnelian intaglio with two ants; an oval intaglio with two insects(?); a green stone intaglio with a cornucopia, dolphin and other motifs; a rock crystal scaraboid; an orange glass intaglio with the head of a horse. 2.71 grams total, 10-13 mm (3/8 - 1/2 in.). [5, No Reserve]

Roman Carved Gemstone Collection. 3rd century B.C.-3rd century A.D. Comprising: a red carnelian intaglio with two ants; an oval intaglio with two insects(?); a green stone intaglio with a cornucopia, dolphin and other motifs; a rock crystal scaraboid; an orange glass intaglio with the head of a horse. 2.71 grams total, 10-13 mm (3/8 - 1/2 in.). [5, No Reserve] UK private collection assembled 1970s-90s, and thence to the liquidated state of above. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.