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© Bruce M. White, 2010.
Finger Ring with Portrait of Diadumenian (Marcus Opellius Antoninus Diadumenianus, Son of Macrinus) as Caesar
© Bruce M. White, 2010.
© Bruce M. White, 2010.
© Bruce M. White, 2010.
ClassificationsGreek and Roman Art

Finger Ring with Portrait of Diadumenian (Marcus Opellius Antoninus Diadumenianus, Son of Macrinus) as Caesar

AAT Object Form/Functionrings (finger jewelry)
AAT Object Form/Functionportraits
CultureRoman
PeriodImperial
Dateca. 217-218 CE
MediumGlass, silver
Credit LineGift of the Estate of Michael J. Shubin
Dimensions7/8 x 1 1/16 in. (2.2 x 2.7 cm)
Object number2008.031.292
Label TextBust of a bare-headed and draped Diadumenian, facing left. Mounted in a solid silver ring with broad shoulders and ridged bezel.

Marcus Opellius Antoninus Diadumenianus (208-218 AD), son of emperor Macrinus, was given the title of Caesar in May 217 AD. His portrait appears on coins minted under Macrinus prior to his assassination in June 218.
ProvenanceEx coll. Michael Shubin (1950-2008), Montebello, California, acquired December 16, 1998.
Status
Not on view
Collections
  • Greek and Roman Art