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A ROMAN GNOSTIC INTAGLIO SET IN A GOLD MOUNT, 2ND/3RD CENTURY AD

Reference: ART600934

A Roman intaglio in a variegated red jasper showing Abraxas with an inscription around the edge, mainly obscured by the gold frame. The back of the name has three names of angels. The gold surround is strengthened with a beaded wire which is soldered along its length to the edge of the frame. At the top there is a suspension loop.
30 by 21 mm.
Weight: 3.5 gr.

PROVENANCE
Acquired in London antique hypermarket before 2000s