Roman-Style Jasper Intaglio – Portrait Bust An attractive oval intaglio gemstone featuring an engraved profile portrait of a figure wearing an elaborate wrapped headdress. The composition depicts the head and shoulders of a person facing left, with carefully rendered facial features, a prominent nose, distinctive headdress and draped garments. The engraving is enclosed within a finely incised oval border. The gemstone displays attractive reddish-brown, orange and yellow tones, with darker natural-looking inclusions and a polished surface. The accompanying photographs include an impression of the engraving, highlighting the detailed portrait and clothing. An interesting collectible for enthusiasts of Roman-inspired glyptic art, historical portraiture and engraved gemstones. Material Jasper (provisional identification) Shape Oval Colour Reddish-brown, orange and yellow Style Roman Subject Profile portrait with wrapped headdress Technique Intaglio engraving Period Unknown Condition Good overall visual appearance Authenticity Ancient origin not verified