Specimen observed during Antikarts catalog integration. The record is prepared from the technical and provenance information provided by the source. Photographs are preserved as condition evidence at the time of cataloguing.
Roman — Intaglio stone depicting helmeted bust of Mars with shield — 2nd - 3rd Century A.D
Roman, 2nd - 3rd Century A.D, Gemstone, Opaque glass, 10 mm x 8 mm Condition: Good condition. Documented provenance. Antikarts dossier with presentation, characteristics and traceability.
Archaeological cabinet
Detailed Description
Roman, 2nd - 3rd Century A.D, Gemstone, Opaque glass, 10 mm x 8 mm
Analysis & expertise
Characteristics
Item: Intaglio stone depicting helmeted bust of Mars with shield. Material: Gemstone, Opaque glass. Culture: Roman. Period: 2nd - 3rd Century A.D. Dimensions: 10 mm x 8 mm. Condition: Good condition.
Historical context
Context markers: Roman. Dating indicated: 2nd - 3rd Century A.D.
Cultural value
Reference record preserved for study, comparison and documentation.
Traceability & guarantees
Provenance: Ex Austrian private collection, M.S. Collection, acquired before 1970 Mars, ancient Roman deity, in importance second only to Jupiter. Little is known of his original character, and that character (chiefly from the cult at Rome) is variously interpreted. It is clear that by historical times he had developed into a god of war; in Roman literature he was protector of Rome, a nation proud in war.. Record preserved in the Antikarts Museum as a documentary reference. Stored documentary source: https://www.yourantiquarian.com/product/roman-intaglio-stone-depicting-helmeted-bust-of-mars-with-shield/.
Archaeological Identity Card
Material, chronological and cultural record for the object
Reference
YA-6217
- Period
- Roman
- Date
- 2nd - 3rd Century A.D
- Diameter
- 10 mm x 8 mm
- Other References
- YA-6217
- Condition
- Good condition
- Provenance
- Ex Austrian private collection, M.S. Collection, acquired before 1970 Mars, ancient Roman deity, in importance second only to Jupiter. Little is known of his original character, and that character (chiefly from the cult at Rome) is variously interpreted.
