A roman carnelian intaglio. Mythological scene. On the left, a winged victory is advancing towards right, holding a palm branch and lifting a laurel wreath above the head of Mars, who is in the center of the composition; next to the god of war (who is fully armed and holds spear and shield), there is Hercules. The greek hero is holding the club in his right hand, handing out a cup with the left one. Ground line. An allegory of the victory in battles and courage in adventures, with both votive and apotropaical references. Three chippings on the borders. Interesting iconography. 2nd century A.D.
9 x 12 x 2,5 mm.