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Code: 10435
This is an ancient Roman hardstone intaglio, dating to the 2nd century A.D. It is superbly cut on on a carnelian gemstone, with a representation of the goddess Fortuna. She is shown in a classic pose, holding a rudder and cornucopia. such a gem would have once been set into a gold or silver signet ring, used as a private signature to authenticate letters and transactions. Today this ancient gem has survived intact and in excellent excavated condition.
OBJECT: Intaglio
CULTURE: Roman
DATE: c. 2nd century A.D.
MATERIAL: Carnelian
SIZE: 12mm x 9mm x 4mm
WEIGHT: 0.7 grams
PROVENANCE: Ex. Private Collection, Dorset.