Seated griffin. It has a cock-like crest and prominent eye. The wings are very short and not curved. Trace of inscription, too worn to read
History note: Davis collection purchased with Greg fund
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Method of acquisition: Bought by Davis, R.C. Mr
5th Century#
Circa
400
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Circa
500
Intaglio
Accession number: CG 1004
Primary reference Number: 124804
Gem catalogue number: E.92.1982
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Antiquities
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