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Glass medallion

Place of OriginRoman Empire
Date1st century BCE - 1th century CE
Dimensions(Oval) H: 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm); W: 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm)
MediumMonochrome glass; mold-pressed.
ClassificationGlass
Credit LineGift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number
1923.1697
Not on View
DescriptionSatyr's head molded in translucent white glass. Iridescence. Probably intended as handle of vase, small knob of glass at back.
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