ASTA 267 - GLITTICA ASTA 267 - GLITTICA
Friday 7 July 2023 hours 12:30 (UTC +00:00)
A GREEN JASPER INTAGLIO SET IN A REVIVAL GOLD RING. HEAD OF ATHENA.
A GREEN JASPER INTAGLIO SET IN A REVIVAL GOLD RING. HEAD OF ATHENA.
19th century or later
Stone 13x18 mm; int. Size 14x15 mm; 11,48 gr
The revival gold mounting is formed of a rounded hoop, the outside incised and ending with gold spherical elements and a rope pattern. The large gold box setting is adorned with voluted gold wires and set with a green jasper intaglio; the head of the helmeted goddess is facing left. Wear marks.
Provenance: U.K. private collection