An etruscan carnelian scarab intaglio set in a gold swivel ring. Bull.

3rd century B.C.

An etruscan carnelian scarab intaglio set in a gold swivel ring. Bull.

3rd century B.C.

Stone 8 x 10 mm; ring size 15 x 19,5 mm circa; 3,04 gr.

The animal is facing right, with its head turned back to the left. Use of globular elements (engraved with a drill). The gem is mounted in a gold swivel ring.

Provenance: UK private collection.