Lot no. 88
Roman Gold Pendant with Minerva Cameo. 2nd-3rd century A.D. Comprising: ellipsoid gold plaque with egg-and-dart scrolled border, articulating ribbed suspension loop; obverse with inset carved shell cameo of Minerva with crested helmet, long hanks of hair, top of tunic at shoulder. 8.29 grams, 39 mm (1 1/2 in.).
Acquired in the 1970s. Acquired on the UK art market. Private collection, London, UK. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12522-232023.
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