Amulet
Amulet
Place of OriginEgypt
DateRoman Period, 1st century BCE - 4th century CE
DimensionsDiam: 3/4 in. (1.9 cm)
Mediumglass
ClassificationGlass
Credit LineGift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number
1923.389
Not on View
DescriptionAmulet made of translucent greenish glass, showing a walking lion in relief. A suspension ring is formed at the top. The object has surface incrustation. Made using mold-pressing and drilling techniques.
Roman Period, 1st century BCE - 4th century CE
Roman Period, 1st century BCE - 4th century CE
Roman Period, 1st century BCE - 4th century CE
Roman Period, 1st century BCE - 4th century CE
Roman Period, 1st century BCE - 4th century CE
Roman Period, 1st century BCE - 4th century CE
Roman Period, 1st century BCE - 4th century CE
1st century BCE - 4th century CE
1st century BCE - 4th century CE
Roman Period, 1st century BCE - 4th century CE
Roman Period, 1st century BCE - 4th century CE
Roman Period, 1st century BCE - 4th century CE
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