A modern gold ring set with a Roman carnelian intaglio. Athena.
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A modern gold ring set with a Roman carnelian intaglio. Athena.
A modern gold ring set with a Roman carnelian intaglio. Athena.
Period Roman
Origin London, consignment
Medium Carnelian, gold
Dimension 1.5 x 1.3 cm (0⁵/₈ x 0¹/₂ inches)
Athena standing between two altars. With the right hand she holds the spear, with the left she rests the shield on an altar. The divinity is helmeted and tunicated, turned with the head to the right. Chips on the edge. Wear marks.
Period: Roman
Origin: London, consignment
Medium: Carnelian, gold
Dimension: 1.5 x 1.3 cm (0⁵/₈ x 0¹/₂ inches)
Provenance: European collection, acquired on the market, early 2000's.
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