Sard ring stone, ca. 1st century –3rd century


Sard ring stone, Late Republican or Imperial, ca. 1st century –3rd century , Roman, Sard, Length: 9/16 in. ( cm), Gems, Youth leaning against pillar, holding scales and palm Inscribed in the field, VIRILL The scales suggest that the figure represents the genius presiding over athletic games and awarding the victory, rather than a victorious athlete


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