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Greek Hellenistic Bronze Signet Ring of Athena

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Greek Hellenistic Bronze Signet Ring of Athena

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Description

Ancient Greece, Hellenistic period, ca. 4th century BCE. A fine bronze signet ring featuring a cabochon of Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom, medicine, art, commerce, and military victory. The deity stands facing left wearing a high-crested Corinthian helmet with her shield and spear on one side and her sacred serpent on the other. Her left hand rests on her shield while her right holds out a patera. Impressively preserved with remarkable detail, this ring may have once served as an important symbol of civic identity for an ancient Athenian. Size of ring: 1" W (2.5 cm); of signet: 0.8" L x 0.6" W (2 cm x 1.5 cm); US ring size: 9.5

Provenance: private Danvers, Massachusetts, USA collection, acquired by descent; ex-Bernheimerâ€™s Antique Arts, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA, acquired prior to 1992

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Condition

Expected surface wear with some light scratches and abrasions, but imagery is still very clear. Otherwise, intact, excellent, and wearable with nice remaining detail and rich patina throughout. Thoroughly cleaned in modern times.

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Greek Hellenistic Bronze Signet Ring of Athena

Name: Greek Hellenistic Bronze Signet Ring of Athena
SKU: 154933600
Price: 750 USD
Availability: InStock

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