Lot 724
[Macedonia, Ancient Greece Philip II] Magnificent Gold Stater Mounted in a Victorian Brooch with Ancient Greco-Roman Intaglios. AV stater mounted into a Victorian styled brooch surrounded by Ancient Roman carnelian intaglios. The stater, a lifetime issue of Pella (cf. LeRider 72) in superb, extremely fine condition and is expertly mounted in a convex 22K brooch of elegant classical style. Each intaglio is set in a custom gold bezel. This is a stunning and unique piece of exquisite quality and craftsmanship. 2 x 2" round, superior condition and with a total gross weight of 23 grams.
Note: The fair market wholesale value of the gold stater (issued by Philip II, the father of Alexander The Great) and founder of the Hellenistic Period of Greek art) equals the total estimate on this piece. Each Greco-Roman carnelian intaglio and the center drop of banded agate intaglio depicting Pan and Eros together are at least worth as much. Estimated Value $7,500 - UP
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| Realized $7,200 |
