Lot 222 | A ROMAN BLOODSTONE INTAGLIO. EAGLE WITH MILITARY INSIGNIA, CRESCENT MOON AND STARS.

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A ROMAN BLOODSTONE INTAGLIO. EAGLE WITH MILITARY INSIGNIA, CRESCENT MOON AND STARS.

A ROMAN BLOODSTONE INTAGLIO. EAGLE WITH MILITARY INSIGNIA, CRESCENT MOON AND STARS.

2nd century A.D.

10x12x2 mm

This allegorical military depiction is composed by an eagle spreading his wings on the center of the scene. On each side, a legion standard. On top, two stars and a crescent moon. Groundline. Fine execution and nice variety of stone. Wear marks.

Provenance: U.K private collection