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Engraved Gem with Hermes; Warrior

Engraved Gem with Hermes; Warrior

Roman

Rectangular carnelian; intaglio; flat faces. On side A: the god Hermes, stands in profile to the left. On his head, the god wears his typical traveling hat (petasos). His bent right leg is raised and resting on a pedestal (?). Behind his bag is the kerykeion. On side B: a warrior stands in profile to the left.

Carnelian

Roman Imperial period

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