Lot 1717 A SASSANIAN GARNET INTAGLIO WITH A RECLINING MOUNTAIN GOAT, 3RD-4TH CENTURY AD

Reference: ART600313

A cabouchon garnet intaglio showing a reclining mountain goat with a Pahlevi inscription around. This subject is a commonly found in Iranian and middle Eastern art throughout the ages. It forms the device of a personal seal no doubt with the name of the owner.
Deep claret garnet with a convex back.
11.5 by 8 mm.