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A Roman Charioteer Seal Ring
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An attractive ancient gold seal ring, closed back, round loop, terminating on a flat circular disk-shaped bezel, set with a carnelian intaglio skillfully engraved to depict two galloping horses harnessed to a chariot, driven by a charioteer holding two reins with his left hand, his right hand holding a palm-branch.

Provenance:
Ex. English Art Market
Condition:
A fissure at center of the gem, otherwise a fine example.
Category:
Roman
Period:
Roman Imperial
Date:
c. 1st-2nd Century A.D.
Material:
Carnelian
Width:
1" (2.4cm)
Display Stand:
No
 
 

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