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A Roman chromium chalcedony intaglio of Ceres set in an antique gold ring, circa 2nd-3rd century AD, the mount 19th century
Chromium chalcedony, gold
Ring size: K; length of intaglio: 8.5mm
Roman, A Roman chromium chalcedony intaglio of Ceres set in an antique gold ring, circa 2nd-3rd century AD, the mount 19th century
£ 3,000.00
Further images
The oval gem is carved with a seated figure of Ceres, the goddess of agriculture and fertility, holding wheat in her left hand, her right hand resting behind her on...
The oval gem is carved with a seated figure of Ceres, the goddess of agriculture and fertility, holding wheat in her left hand, her right hand resting behind her on her stool, set in a substantial gold ring with an open back, with hallmarks.