A large roman magical lapis lazuli intaglio. Anubis.

2nd - 3rd century A.D.

26 x 34 x 4 mm

The god is standing on a crocodile, turned to the left and wearing a short dress.Above the winged solar disk. On either side of the god, birds and snakes. He holds a scorpion in each of his hands. On the reverse, inscription:NθMONOCKONYThis type of magical gem was used to protect against disease. Wear marks. Rare.

U.K., private collection 70's, in the same family since then.

Estimate: GBP 500 - 1000