ROMAN AGATE HERCULES AND MERCURY INTAGLIO GROUP 1st-2nd century AD A group of two elliptical agate intaglios comprising: one elliptical with chamfered edge, profile male bearded bust with a wreath to the brow, probably Hercules; one elliptical with cabochon reverse, profile youthful bust of Mercury with close-fitting cap, caduceus to the shoulder. 0.99 grams total, 12-14 mm (1/2"). Very fine condition. [2] Provenance Property of a London collection; acquired in the UK, 1980s.
ROMAN AGATE HERCULES AND MERCURY INTAGLIO GROUP 1st-2nd century AD A group of two elliptical agate intaglios comprising: one elliptical with chamfered edge, profile male bearded bust with a wreath to the brow, probably Hercules; one elliptical with cabochon reverse, profile youthful bust of Mercury with close-fitting cap, caduceus to the shoulder. 0.99 grams total, 12-14 mm (1/2"). Very fine condition. [2] Provenance Property of a London collection; acquired in the UK, 1980s.
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