A roman three-layers agate intaglio. Lobster.

1st century B.C. - 1st century A.D.

10 x 13 x 5 mm

The shellfish is depicted with very detailed naturalistic style. The stone is highly polished in the engraved part. The representation is executed with great skills. Rare.

U.K. private collection, London.

Estimate: GBP 150 - 300