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Cameo Ring with Head of Philosopher (post-antique)

Cameo Ring with Head of Philosopher (post-antique)

Italian

Oval cameo carved in high relief with the draped bust of a bearded Greek philosopher to the right, mounted in gold ring. The stone bears the inscription "SANTARELLI".

Sardonyx set in gold

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