A large roman eliotrope intaglio. Bust of Athena.

2nd - 4th century A.D.

16 x 22 x 5 mm

The helmeted divinity faces left and is depicted with a well-detailed bust decorated with a gorgoneion. Attractive variety of heliotrope, characterized by multi-colored inclusions. The stone is large in size and shows signs of wear on the entire surface.

U.K. private collection, London.

Estimate: GBP 500 - 1000