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Roundel with griffin heads

ca. 1st–2nd century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Roundel with griffin heads
  • Date: ca. 1st–2nd century
  • Geography: Eurasian steppes
  • Culture: Sarmatian
  • Medium: Silver, gilding, inlays
  • Dimensions: Diam. 5 7/8 in. (14.9 cm)
  • Credit Line: Gift of Norbert Schimmel Trust, 1989
  • Object Number: 1989.281.34
  • Curatorial Department: Ancient West Asian Art

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