A carnelian cameo ring of a lion, 19th century
The circular carnelian head of the lion facing forward, with rose-cut diamond eyes, opening to reveal a highly coloured phallic scene, ring size N, length 19mm, width 18mm
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A private UK single-owner collection formed in the mid 20th century
This lot is to be sold without reserve
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The circular carnelian head of the lion facing forward, with rose-cut diamond eyes, opening to reveal a highly coloured phallic scene, ring size N, length 19mm, width 18mm
Provenance:
A private UK single-owner collection formed in the mid 20th century
This lot is to be sold without reserve