Ancient Roman Carnelian Amulet - 2.5 cm
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 330 - € 400
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Description from the seller
ROMAN INTAGLIO 100-200 AD.
Lovely Roman intaglio in carnelian,
Representing the goddess Athena/Minerva.
The goddess is stylized and holds a branch of mistletoe or laurel in her right hand.
The stone is in perfect condition and offers an orange translucent spectacle when illuminated.
The Romans' choice of this stone was evident due to the quality and hardness of carnelian.
Indeed, once mounted in a ring, it allowed it not to stick to the wax when the seal was used, in contact with wax.
We are here in the presence of a jeweled seal in orange carnelian from the High Roman Empire.
Seize this beautiful object, witness to our past, from a bygone era that fascinates us all.
This jewel can again be mounted on a ring in silver or yellow gold or on a pendant setting.
A Roman intaglio of this size is rather rare! (2.4 cm)
The average size is 1 cm, 1.5 cm.
Mounted in a modern ring, it is valued at about €3,500.
Mounted on an original Roman mount in gold, it reaches €7,500–€10,000.
Shipping will be handled with a tracking number, which implies higher shipping costs but priced by the Belgian Post.
ROMAN INTAGLIO 100-200 AD.
Lovely Roman intaglio in carnelian,
Representing the goddess Athena/Minerva.
The goddess is stylized and holds a branch of mistletoe or laurel in her right hand.
The stone is in perfect condition and offers an orange translucent spectacle when illuminated.
The Romans' choice of this stone was evident due to the quality and hardness of carnelian.
Indeed, once mounted in a ring, it allowed it not to stick to the wax when the seal was used, in contact with wax.
We are here in the presence of a jeweled seal in orange carnelian from the High Roman Empire.
Seize this beautiful object, witness to our past, from a bygone era that fascinates us all.
This jewel can again be mounted on a ring in silver or yellow gold or on a pendant setting.
A Roman intaglio of this size is rather rare! (2.4 cm)
The average size is 1 cm, 1.5 cm.
Mounted in a modern ring, it is valued at about €3,500.
Mounted on an original Roman mount in gold, it reaches €7,500–€10,000.
Shipping will be handled with a tracking number, which implies higher shipping costs but priced by the Belgian Post.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
1-2 siècle après JC/ post Christus.
Name of object
Amulet
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2024
Material
Carnelian
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
2.5 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Width
1.5 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
Depth
2 mm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
