Ring with intaglio of a bird

Roman

1st century BCE–1st century CE

Not on view

With gem within round setting.

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Title: Ring with intaglio of a bird
Date: 1st century BCE–1st century CE
Culture: Roman
Medium: Gold, garnet
Dimensions: Other: 9/16 × 5/8 × 1/4 in. (1.4 × 1.6 × 0.6 cm)
Classification: Gold and Silver
Credit Line: Gift of Leon Farber, 1992
Object Number: 1992.263.10
Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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