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Medallion phalera (or military insignia) with banqueting lovers

Made By Roman
CultureGreco-Roman
Date4th century BCE- 4th century CE
PeriodRoman
Mediumgold
DimensionsOverall: 1 15/16 x 1 7/16 x 1/2 in. (4.9 x 3.7 x 1.2 cm)
Classification(s)
  • ANCIENT
Credit LineGift of the son and daughters of Charles Bolles Bolles-Rogers, Class of 1907: Frederick Van D. Rogers, Mary Rogers Savage, and Nancy Rogers Pierson
Terms
  • male figure
  • female figure
  • necklace
  • snake
  • jar
  • jewelry
Object number77.63.19
DescriptionDetailed man and woman embracing. Woman holds a small jar in one hand, wears necklace and snake arm band. This object could also be a pendant or attachment for a gold drinking vessel.
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Exhibitions
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