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Fragment of plaque or inlay
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Fragment of plaque or inlay

Place of OriginEgypt or Italy
Date1st century BCE - 1st century CE
DimensionsMax L: 1 5/8 in. (4.1 cm); Max W: 1 3/16 in. (3.0 cm)
Mediumglass
ClassificationGlass
Credit LineGift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number
1923.282
Not on View
DescriptionThis glass piece shows bands of color and repeating red shapes on a yellow background. It has one smooth edge and three broken ones. The top surface is polished but shows wear. The piece is now mounted on a modern backing.

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