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A ROMAN CARNELIAN INTAGLIO SET IN AN ANCIENT GOLD RING. SATYR.
A ROMAN CARNELIAN INTAGLIO SET IN AN ANCIENT GOLD RING. SATYR.
2nd century A.D.
Stone 8x11 mm; int. diam 15,5 mm; 4,21 gr.
The satyr steps rightward, raising the left goat's paw; with the right hand holding the pedum and a drapery, while with the left hand he carries a plate with offerings. Bucolic and votive scene. Slight wear marks. The stone comes out of the edge of the golden bezel. Very good condition.
Provenance: European collection, acquired on the market, early 2000's.