Ancient Roman Gold Pendant with XRF Test
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Selected by Peter Reynaers
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Estimate € 2,000 - € 2,500
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Ancient Roman gold pendant with an agate cameo depicting a bust of a youthful lady, possibly an Empress, in a ribbed loop and openwork setting, dated to circa 1st–3rd century AD, titled Pendant with XRF Test and weighing 4.79 g (diameter 30.2 mm).
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Description from the seller
Introducing a meticulously crafted Agate cameo pendant, showcasing the exquisite bust of a youthful lady, possibly an Empress. This captivating piece is elegantly adorned with a mesmerizing gold pendant, boasting a ribbed loop and an intricately designed openwork setting.
Circa: 1st.-3rd century Ad.
Dimensions: 30.2mm., 4.79g.
Ownership history:
Purchased in London in the 90s
Previously private Collection since the 80s.
The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information.
The Seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
THE Seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
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Introducing a meticulously crafted Agate cameo pendant, showcasing the exquisite bust of a youthful lady, possibly an Empress. This captivating piece is elegantly adorned with a mesmerizing gold pendant, boasting a ribbed loop and an intricately designed openwork setting.
Circa: 1st.-3rd century Ad.
Dimensions: 30.2mm., 4.79g.
Ownership history:
Purchased in London in the 90s
Previously private Collection since the 80s.
The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information.
The Seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
THE Seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
For every item sold over €200, a Certificate of Authenticity can be requested within 5 days of the auction date. Please note that all certificates are provided in digital PDF format and will not be included in the package.
Instructions to obtain your COA will be sent once your order is shipped. We encourage you to follow this procedure for a seamless experience.
**Insurance:**
All our packages are shipped with external insurance. Please monitor the online tracking and report any issues to us promptly. In the event of damage, ensure you note the reservation on the delivery note, retain all packaging, take photos of the damage, and report the issue to us immediately.
Thank you for your attention, and we wish you the best of luck with your bidding!
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/ Timeframe
1-3CAd
Name of object
Pendant with XRF Test
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
1995
Material
Gold
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Disclaimer
The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
