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A Remarkable Early Christian Scene

CNG 87, Lot: 2274. Estimate $2000.
Sold for $4500. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

Silver ring insert. Roman, circa 300 AD. Intaglio scene of the Adoration of the Magi: the Virgin Mary seated holding the infant Christ, being approached by the three magi raising their right hands in salute; MARIA behind the seated Virgin, christogram above Christ’s head. Diameter: 12mm. Very well preserved and leaving a wonderful impression.