Gold ring with representation of the temple of Aphrodite at Paphos
The ring is small, with a thin, flat loop and an elliptical, flat bezel on which there is a finely engraved representation of the well-known sanctuary of Aphrodite at Palaepaphos.
Artwork Details
- Title: Gold ring with representation of the temple of Aphrodite at Paphos
- Period: Early or Mid Imperial
- Date: 1st–2nd century CE
- Culture: Roman, Cypriot
- Medium: Gold
- Dimensions: diameter 11/16in. (1.7cm)
- Classification: Gold and Silver
- Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
- Object Number: 74.51.4088
- Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art
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