Gold and amethyst ring

Unknown

3rd–2nd century BCE · Gold, amethyst · Greek and Roman Art

With a large oval amethyst in rich filigree box setting, supported by a pair of small human figures.

Artist

Unknown

Date

3rd–2nd century BCE

Medium

Gold, amethyst

Culture

Greek, Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76