Object Description
A fine Roman orange, translucent chalcedony intaglio depicted a centaur. The oval gemstone has been carefully engraved with a centaur facing left, attacking with its arms raised high holding a spear. He stands on his back two legs with the front one’s slight raised showing him either to be in motion, running or raising himself to intimidate his opponent. The anatomical features have been carefully rendered showing the muscles in his arms. Small incisions depict the tail hairs.
Date: Circa 1st-3rd century AD