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Details
An early 19th century agate cameo ring, formerly in the collection of Arthur 2nd Duke of Wellington (1807-1884)
The oval cameo depicting the profile head of Antinous, favourite of Hadrian (110-130 A.D.) facing right, in plain gold mount to a tapering hoop, circa 1820, finger size P
The oval cameo depicting the profile head of Antinous, favourite of Hadrian (110-130 A.D.) facing right, in plain gold mount to a tapering hoop, circa 1820, finger size P
Literature
Cf. S.J. Phillips Ltd. catalogue, Further Wellington Gems and Historic Rings, July, 1978, no.167
Further Details
The original collection of engraved gems was formed by Arthur Richard Wellesley, 2nd Duke of Wellington while Marquis of Douro. The eldest son of Arthur Wellesley Ist. Duke of Wellington he was a keen collector and patronised the contemporary gem engravers as well as buying ancient stones.
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