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One of five Hellenistic and Roman intaglios from the collection of Sir Hercules Read (Sotheby sale 5-9 November 1928, lot 418). A terracotta token.: CM.20-1982

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One of five Hellenistic and Roman intaglios from the collection of Sir Hercules Read (Sotheby sale 5-9 November 1928, lot 418). A terracotta token.

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Sard ringstone with bust of Artemis. Late Hellenistic/Republican Roman, 1st. cent. BC. From the collection of Sir Hercules Read (Sotheby sale 5-9 November 1928, lot 418).

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History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1982-03-08) by Trustees of the Wellcome Institute for the History of Medicine

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Object composed of sard

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Accession number: CM.20-1982
Primary reference Number: 283073
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Created: Thursday 25 March 2021 Updated: Tuesday 8 June 2021 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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