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Gold ring with representation of the temple of Aphrodite at Paphos

1st–2nd century CE
Not on view
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

Object Information
  • 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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