Garnet Intaglio of a Ptolemaic Queen

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Illustration

Arienne King
by Walters Art Museum
published on 11 July 2024
Garnet Intaglio of a Ptolemaic Queen Download Full Size Image

A carved garnet set in gold, depicting a Ptolemaic queen who is either Berenike II (r. 246-222 BCE) or Cleopatra I (r. 195-176 BCE). Created by the ancient artist Nikandros.

The Walters Art Museum, Baltimore.

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