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Intaglio: Rooster-Headed Anguipede

Intaglio: Rooster-Headed Anguipede

Roman

Reddish-brown jasper intaglio with a carving of an anguipede (head of a rooster, torso of a human, serpent legs), head turned to the right, right arm upraised holding a flail, and left arm holding a round shield. The anguipede wears a cloak and kilt-like covering on his lower torso. There is no inscription. Chipped around the edges.

Jasper

Roman Imperial period

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