Accession No

1923.1122


Description

Oval intaglio of lapis lazuli with bevelled edge decorated with alternating dots and crosses and face engraved with Arabic script; all inlaid with gold wire.


Place

?Europe


Period


Source

Ransom Collection


Department

Arch


Reference Numbers

1923.1122


Cultural Affliation


Material

Stone; Lapis Lazuli; Metal; Gold


Local Term


Measurements

15mm x 3mm x 19mm


Events

Description (Physical description)
Jewel of lapis lazuli; incised inscription on the face, inlaid with gold. Persian work: probably from a ring
Event Date
Author: maa


Description (Physical description)
Oval intaglio of lapis lazuli with bevelled edge decorated with alternating dots and crosses and face engraved with Arabic script; all inlaid with gold wire.
Event Date 19/12/2024
Author: Lily Pencliffe


FM:49892

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