Bertolami Fine Art - Riversdell Close 27, KT16 9JW Chertsey
Auction 86 - Glyptics and Ancient Jewelry sessione unica
Wednesday 9 December 2020 hours 14:00 (UTC +01:00)
A late roman large gold brooch set with an agate, garnets and emeralds
A late roman large gold brooch set with an agate, garnets and emeralds
4th - 5th century A.D.
33 x 44 mm
15,49 g
The structure of the jewel is in oval-shape, with a hollow and slightly convex body. In the center there is a three-layered agate (which has fallen into the brooch over time and moves slightly in the frame). Around it, five oval garnets and five oval/rectangular emeralds. The brooch is characterized by a finely chiseled frame. The back of the brooch is characterized by a heart-shaped relief ornament. The large-sized jewel is in good general condition, with patina and sediment deposits. Slight damage. Intact.
U.K private collection, London.