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Stamp-seal: CG 1038

Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Unknown

Entities

Categories

Description

An altar with three flames. The altar is trimmed by a pair of wings and has upper and lower plinths; the flames are striated.

Notes

History note: Davis gift

Measurements and weight

13
9

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given by Davis, R.C. Mr

Dating

4th Century-5th Century
Circa 300 - Circa 500

School or Style

Sasanian

Components of the work

Intaglio

Materials used in production

Carnelian

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CG 1038
Primary reference Number: 124838
Gem catalogue number: E.235.1982
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Wednesday 13 April 2016 Last processed: Wednesday 7 February 2024

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Antiquities

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