A roman carnelian intaglio set in a gold ring. Head of a Silenus.

2nd century A.D.

A roman carnelian intaglio set in a gold ring. Head of a Silenus.

2nd century A.D.

Stone 7 x 8 mm; ring size 17 x 19 mm; 2,60 gr.

With rounded hoop extending on angular shoulders, the oval box-setting resting on a rectangular plaque and set with a carnelian intaglio. The intaglio depicts the head of a Silenus turned left. The features are characterized by a strong expression, Wide-open eye, raised eyebrow, small large nose and full lips partial covered by a moustache and a very voluminous beard. The shaved skull is framing by wavy hair joining the beard on the back. Nice vivid colour of the stone, and mirror polishing on the engraving.