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THB22K+ Gold Bracelet w/ 6 Ancient Roman Coins
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686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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LiveNov 10, 2022
Museum-worthy examples of classical antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Viking, Far East / Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal, Oceanic, Native American, Spanish Colonial, Nautical, Fossils, Ancient Jewelry, Fine / Visual Arts, so much more! Artemis Gallery info@artemisgallery.com
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- Lot Description
United States, New Mexico, Santa Fe, ca. late 20th to 21st century CE. A gorgeous and wearable Fairchild & Co. gold bracelet with ancient silver Roman coins, each of a different mint. The handmade settings are 91.25% to 92.46% (equivalent to 22K), slightly concave and open on the verso for viewing the reverse and obverse faces of the coins. The bezel is accented with radiating petals, framing each coin like a sunburst, and the segments are held together by pins and coiled loops. The push clasp features a spring-loaded pin for easily taking the bracelet - the underside is stamped "FAIRCHILD / 22K." The coins are high quality 83% to 96% silver Roman and Greek mints, dating from 345 BCE to 244 CE. Please see the extended description below for more information on each coin. Size: 7.5" L x 1" W (19 cm x 2.5 cm); gold quality: 91.25% to 92.46% (equivalent to 22K); silver quality: 83% to 96%; weight: 103.2 grams
Coins from clasp prong end to left: Silver Roman didrachm (nomos) minted ca. 302 to 281 BCE. Obverse: Nude warrior preparing to throw spear and holding shield and two more spears, on horse rearing right. Reverse: Phalanthos riding a dolphin left. Silver Roman denarius minted ca. 74 BCE. Obverse: Diana bust facing right. Reverse: running hunting dog to right and inscription and monogram below. Silver Roman denarius minted ca. 98 to 117 CE. Obverse: laureated head of Emperor Trajan facing right. Reverse: winged Victory standing left. Silver Greek stater of Corinth minted ca. 345 to 307 BCE: Obverse: Pegasus flying left. Reverse: head of Athena facing left wearing Corinthian helmet and eagle in field behind. Silver Roman denarius minted ca. 218 to 222 CE. Obverse: draped bust of Julia Soaemias facing right. Reverse: Venus seared facing left holding apple and scepter, Eros as her feet. Silver Roman Denarius minted ca. 238 to 244 CE. Obverse: laureate head of Emperor Gordian III facing right. Reverse: Salus, goddess of health, holding snake standing to the left.
Fairchild & Co was established in 1976 by fine jewelry designer Valerie Fairchild. Inspired by classical art and mythology, her creations are each simply unique and breathtaking pieces. While the retail gallery is no longer public, the Fairchild private studio produces custom designs for clients.
Provenance: private Tennessee, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
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#174507Wearable as shown and constructed in modern times. Coins are ancient; bracelet setting is modern. Excellent and lightly worn condition. Some minor surface wear to gold settings. Rubbing and toning to coins, ranging from fine to very fine.Condition
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