Lot 104 | A LARGE ROMAN GARNET CABOCHON INTAGLIO SET IN A MODERN GOLD RING. FEMALE FIGURE OFFERING TO EROS.

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A LARGE ROMAN GARNET CABOCHON INTAGLIO SET IN A MODERN GOLD RING. FEMALE FIGURE OFFERING TO EROS.

A LARGE ROMAN GARNET CABOCHON INTAGLIO SET IN A MODERN GOLD RING. FEMALE FIGURE OFFERING TO EROS.

1st century B.C.

Stone 12,5x18 mm; int. Size 18x21 mm; 21,95 gr

Large and very convex stone characterized by an attractive vivid red color. A tunicated offerer is facing left in front of an altar with the simulcarus of Eros. The woman holds a jug and a patera. Groundline. Slight wear marks.

Provenance: From a private collection, France, acquired from D.C. collection, London.