Roman Red Jasper Gemstone with Hunter and Dog

2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.

5/8 in. (0.71 grams, 15 mm).

Oval in shape, engraved with an advancing male figure holding a long curved staff on his shoulder, a water skin hanging from the rear end and a low dish from the other, a leaping hound at his feet.

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.

CONDITION

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