Ancient Rooster Intaglio

DocuJewel® 38969.32
Type of Jewel: Ancient & Period Gemstones & Jewelry

Description:
Ancient Roman
1 Ovoid Orange and White Agate Intaglio
Carved in the Vertical
Rooster Standing
In ancient Roman culture, the rooster symbolized the sun, new beginnings, vigilance, courage, and divine omens, associated with gods like Mercury and Mars, marking the dawn and representing light's triumph over darkness.


Circa: 1st to 3rd Century BCE

Measurements:
5.75 x 6.81mm