Antique, Roman, A rare agate intaglio Grand Tour gold-mounte...

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Antique, Roman, A rare agate intaglio Grand Tour gold-mounted cross pendant
The large cross set with six ancient Roman intaglios, probably 1st-3rd centuries BC, including a layered sardonyx goose, a pair of cockerels, a green phrase cornucopia, a layered sardonyx profile of a lady with a headdress, and a layered sardonyx man with staff. Mounted circa 1820.
Contained in original green morocco leather case.

Dimensions (excl. bale): 7.5 cm. (H) x 5 cm. (W)
Total weight: Approx. 17.5 g.

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Auction Date: 24th Sep 2026 at 10:30am

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Thu 24th Sep 2026 10:30am (Lots 1 to 691)