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© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
Ring with Intaglio Depicting Athena
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
ClassificationsGreek and Roman Art

Ring with Intaglio Depicting Athena

CultureRoman
Periodpossibly Flavian
Datelate 1st Century CE
MediumOlivine (var. Peridot) (?), gold
Credit LineGift of the Estate of Michael J. Shubin
Dimensions24 7/16 x 3/16 in. (62 x 0.4 cm) Hoop internal diam: 1.6 cm Weight: 3.39 g
Object number2012.032.172
Label TextAthena stands draped, leaning against a shield and holding Nike in her outstretched hand. A spear rests diagonally behind. Mounted in a gold ring with a beaded hoop, the oval bezel adorned with four gold granules
ProvenanceEx coll. Michael Shubin (1950-2008), Montebello, California, purchased from CNG, Auction 66, May 19, 2004, lot 2036.
Status
Not on view
Collections
  • Greek and Roman Art