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Ring

3rd century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Ring composed of a carved chalcedony hoop with spiralled ridges and an oval bezel, the stone is missing


Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Carved chalcedony
Brief description
Carved chalcedony hoop with ribbed decoration and an oval setting for a gem, now missing. Roman, 3rd century.
Physical description
Ring composed of a carved chalcedony hoop with spiralled ridges and an oval bezel, the stone is missing
Dimensions
  • Height: 2.4cm
  • Width: 2.5cm
  • Depth: 1.1cm
Style
Object history
ex Waterton Collection
Production
Roman
Collection
Accession number
554-1871

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Record createdMarch 20, 2006
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