Lot 242 | A late roman carnelian intaglio. Christian emblema. 3rd - 4th century A.D.

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A late roman carnelian intaglio. Christian emblema. 3rd - 4th century A.D.

A late roman carnelian intaglio. Christian emblema.

3rd - 4th century A.D.

The emblem is composed of an anchor and on its sides a fish and a shrimp. Around, a christological inscription (IXT YC). Signs of wear and burns on the surface. small chip on the edge. Parallel: J. Spier, Late Antique and Early Christian Gems, plates 27- 36.

12 x 15 x 4,5 mm.