A German 18k gold swivel ring with a Sassanian carnelian intaglio

A German 18k gold swivel ring with a Sassanian carnelian intaglio with a reverse gold imprint. Forged omega-shaped band. Oval, pivoting hinged bezel with a carnelian plaque (18.6 × 12.2 mm). The finely cut intaglio depicts a pastoral scene with a standing figure with raised arms between a humped ox and a goat. The reverse side of the bezel with a gold impression of the gem. Hallmarks: Fineness 750, maker’s mark “ET”. Intaglio with a filled corner. Bezel 2.1 × 2.8 cm. Ring size. Weight 10.5 g. Elisabeth Treskow, Cologne, 1960s, the intaglio 4th/5th century AD.

Estimate:£1,259.25

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