Ancient Roman Earrings with wire-wrapped glass beads
No. 82782247
Ancient Roman Lead Gnostic Amulet with an image of Abraxas with a retrograde inscription ABRA XAC in two lines on the
No. 82782247
Ancient Roman Lead Gnostic Amulet with an image of Abraxas with a retrograde inscription ABRA XAC in two lines on the
Ancient Roman Lead Gnostic Amulet with an image of Abraxas IAW with a retrograde inscription ABRA XAC in two lines on the reverse. Greek: ἀβραξάς, was a deity with an Egyptian origin but also adopted in the classical Greco-Roman world even with an important role for a secret society which followed the mysteries and rituals of gnosticism.
In good grade of preservation, visible image of Abraxas with head of rooster and snake legs, holding a sword and a shield. Very Rare with an inscription on the reverse in two lines ABRA XAC. Wearable.
Long: 2,0 cm.
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