Hellenistic Gold Ring

with a highly iridescent  glass intaglio (imitating banded agate), possibly a standing figure 

 

 

 

1st Century BC - 1st Century AD

 

 

American Ring Size: 5.5 - 6

 

 

ex: private European collection

 

 

 

cf:  Marshall, FH ; Catalogue of the Finger Rings Greek, Etruscan & Roman in the Department of Antiquities, British Museum (London, 1907) pl.12, no.396

 

 

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