Steatite quadrangular seal, late 8th–early 7th century


Steatite quadrangular seal, Late Geometric or Orientalizing, late 8th–early 7th century , Greek, Steatite, L. cm, Gems, Four-sided. dark brown steatite, with tapering edges and a vertical perforation. Area divided into four squares, two are decorated with linear patterns, two with stylized animals-a griffin and another monster


Size: 4288px × 4839px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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