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A ROMAN NICOLO INTAGLIO
Engraved with the figure of Achilles with the helmet and shield of Thetis, 2nd Century A.D., in 19th century gold ring mount
Finger size - F
Engraved with the figure of Achilles with the helmet and shield of Thetis, 2nd Century A.D., in 19th century gold ring mount
Finger size - F
Literature
Britannia, A Journal of Romano-British and Kindred studies, London 1970, The Veneration of Heroes in the Roman Army, The evidence of Engraved Gemstones, Martin Henig
Special notice
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Further details
A similar example of this gem was recently excavated at the Temple site at Marcham-Frilford, Oxfordshire