A roman nicolo intaglio. Male portrait.

2nd - 3rd century A.D.

10,5 x 12 x 2 mm

The male character's face is turned to the left, and has a thick beard. The work is not finished. Rare example of carving in progress, where traces of engraving tools are visible. Attractive color of the stone.

U.K private collection

Estimate: GBP 400 - 600