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Engraved Gem with Uterine Symbol and Inscription

Engraved Gem with Uterine Symbol and Inscription

Roman

Hematite uterine intaglio. The main symbol on one side is a deeply engraved uterus and key with the Greek inscription "OPOYWPIOYTh" in two lines. The stone is slightly chipped at the bottom of the vessel. On the other side there are two rows of magical characters surrounded by a beveled edge.

Hematite

Roman Imperial period

Gems