Intaglio in ring

Langobardic

7th century CE

Not on view

Head of bearded man in a gold ring.

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Title: Intaglio in ring
Period: Migration
Date: 7th century CE
Culture: Langobardic
Medium: Chalcedony, gold
Dimensions: 13/16 × 7/8 in. (2.1 × 2.2 cm)
Other (band): 7/8 in. (2.2 cm)
Width: 13/16 in. (2.1 cm)
Classification: Gems
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1917
Object Number: 17.230.128
Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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