ClassificationsGreek and Roman Art
Ring with Cameo of Lion
AAT Object Techniquecameos (sculptures)
AAT Object Form/Functiongems (worked stones)
AAT Object Form/Functionfigures (representations)
AAT Object Form/Functionrings (finger jewelry)
CultureRoman
PeriodImperial
Date3rd Century CE
MediumAgate/onyx, gold
Credit LineGift of the Estate of Michael J. Shubin
Dimensions3/16 x 3/16 in. (0.5 x 0.4 cm)
Object number2012.032.222
Label TextLion, facing right. Set in a gold ring with raised bezel collar, and narrow, angular shoulders cast in the form of scrolling volutes.ProvenanceEx coll. Michael Shubin (1950-2008), Montebello, California, purchased from CNG, Auction 67, September 22, 2004, lot 2056.
Status
Not on viewCollections
- Greek and Roman Art
3rd Century CE
2nd-3rd Century CE
ca. 3rd Century CE
1st-3rd Century CE
ca. 69-138 CE
ca. 69-138 CE
1st Century BCE-1st Century CE
1st Century BCE (gem) - 3rd-4th Century CE (ring)
3rd Century CE
1st Century CE
