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Roman Grasshopper Garnet Intaglio set in a Gold Ring 1st century

$5,314.75
£4,001.19
€4,500
CA$7,321.42
A$8,199.53
CHF 4,278.38
MX$100,153.73
NOK 54,433.44
SEK 51,310.04
DKK 34,254.61

About the Item

A Roman intaglio of the first century in garnet, mounted in 22kt gold, depicts a grasshopper, an unusual and rare representation. In antiquity, the grasshopper was also known as "fairy horse" because it was believed that it could protect from the effects of black magic, being considered a reincarnation of the souls of the deceased. Therefore, this depiction is intended to amplify the protective power attributed to the garnet, constituting a powerful amulet. Period: 1st century Ring size: 6 ¼ Intaglio dimensions: 12 mm Weight: 6.95 gr

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