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Engraved Gem

Unknown1st century B.C.–1st century A.D.

The J. Paul Getty Museum

The J. Paul Getty Museum
Los Angeles, United States

Oval gem engraved with the image of seated Minerva, holding a branch and scepter; her shield rests at her feet.

Details

  • Title: Engraved Gem
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Date Created: 1st century B.C.–1st century A.D.
  • Location Created: Italy
  • Physical Dimensions: 1.3 × 0.5 × 1.6 cm (1/2 × 3/16 × 5/8 in.)
  • Type: Gem
  • External Link: Find out more about this object on the Museum website.
  • Medium: Almandite garnet
  • Terms of Use: Open Content
  • Number: 82.AN.162.90
  • Culture: Roman
  • Credit Line: The J. Paul Getty Museum, Villa Collection, Malibu, California, Gift of Stanley Ungar
  • Creator Display Name: Unknown
  • Classification: Jewelry

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