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Roman intaglio (Ulysses)
Flat oval of dark (black) paste. Depicts Ulysses standing towards the right. The faithful hound Argus recognises him and sniffs at his feet.
LI1.7
Collection Area
Archaeology & Numismatics
Item Number
25.212/2.2
Find Information
Site Name: Brecon Gaer, Powys
Grid Reference: SO 003 296
Collection Method: excavation
Date: 1924-1925
Notes: found in retentura
Acquisition
Donation, 18/10/1923
Measurements
length / mm:12
width / mm:10
thickness / mm:1
weight / g:0.3
Material
glass paste
Location
St Fagans Life Is gallery : Roman and Medieval Jewellery
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