Jasper triangular prism

Minoan

ca. 1750–1600 BCE

Not on view

Two conjoined rings; bovine animal; 3 rings.

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Title: Jasper triangular prism
Period: Middle Minoan III
Date: ca. 1750–1600 BCE
Culture: Minoan
Medium: Jasper
Dimensions: L. 1.7 cm; W. of sides 0.9 cm
Classification: Gems
Credit Line: Bequest of Richard B. Seager, 1926
Object Number: 26.31.129
Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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