Magic Gem

Artist:Gnostic

Medium: Lapis lazuli

Geograhical Locations:

• Egypt

Dates:100–300 C.E.

Dimensions: 7/16 x 1/16 x 11/16 in. (1.1 x 0.2 x 1.7 cm)

Collections:

• Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art

Accession Number: 16.157

Catalogue Description:
Lapis Lazuli gem. Oval, flat. Carved in intaglio with (male) figure standing in profile to right with 2 serpents. Inscribed. Reverse inscription in four lines. Condition: Perfect

Brooklyn Museum