Image

Unknown Maker, Roman

Intaglio inscribed "Dioskourides",

Description

Maker

Unknown

Culture

Roman

Title

Intaglio inscribed "Dioskourides"

Medium

Quartz crystal

Materials/Techniques

Materials

Rock crystal

Techniques

Rock crystal

Dimensions

Length: 1.9 cm (3/4 inches)

Signature / Inscription / Marks

Signed by Dioskourides.

Place

Archaeological Site: Kertsch

Type

Jewelry

Credit

Museum Appropriation Fund

Object Number

25.094

About

Intaglio inscribed "Dioskourides"

Signed by Dioskourides.

Archaeological Site: Kertsch

Projects & Publications

Publications

Written in Gems

RISD Art Circle explores Ancient Greek and Roman Intaglios

Read Online

Classical Jewelry

Ancient Jewelry from the Museum's Collection

Exhibition History

Ancient Greek and Roman Galleries

Use

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