Agate Scarab Signet Ring In Gold
An archaic Greek agate scarab seal set in a swivel ring made of gold. Subject: Griffin.
6th century BCE
Swivel ring in gold with a solid elliptical band ending at the shoulders with twisted gold wires running lengthwise through the scarab, decorated with an engraved motif. The forepart of a winged griffin, facing left. Hatching around the motif. Small chip on the edge. Signs of wear. Interesting variety of agate. From Epidaurus. Rare.
Parallel: J. Boardman, *Archaic Greek Gems*, p. 66 n. 130 Munich, A 1369.
Seal 10 x 14 x 6 mm; inner diameter 19 mm; 6.58 g.
Provenance: acquired on the European antiquities market in the late 1990s
6th century BCE
Swivel ring in gold with a solid elliptical band ending at the shoulders with twisted gold wires running lengthwise through the scarab, decorated with an engraved motif. The forepart of a winged griffin, facing left. Hatching around the motif. Small chip on the edge. Signs of wear. Interesting variety of agate. From Epidaurus. Rare.
Parallel: J. Boardman, *Archaic Greek Gems*, p. 66 n. 130 Munich, A 1369.
Seal 10 x 14 x 6 mm; inner diameter 19 mm; 6.58 g.
Provenance: acquired on the European antiquities market in the late 1990s
9 500 €
Period: Before 16th century
Style: Rome and Antic Greece
Condition: Excellent condition
Reference (ID): 1844521
Availability: In stock
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