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Gold and banded agate ring

1st–2nd century CE
Not on view
Stone is cut into a prominent cone, mounted in gold ring.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Gold and banded agate ring
  • Period: Imperial
  • Date: 1st–2nd century CE
  • Culture: Roman, Cypriot
  • Medium: Gold and banded agate (sardonyx) stone
  • Dimensions: Diam.: 7/8 in. (2.2 cm)
  • Classification: Gold and Silver
  • Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
  • Object Number: 74.51.4264
  • Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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