Ancient Sassanian Garnet Intaglio Griffin

DocuJewel® 38594.1
Type of Jewel: Ancient & Period Gemstones & Jewelry

Description:
Garnet
Sassanian (also Sasanian, Sassanid) Empire, ca. 2nd to 7th century CE.

Sassanian garnet features a standing griffin with an object, perhaps a fish or animal, held in its beak.
Concave Back

Circa: 2nd to 7th Century CE

Measurements:
10.09x3.91mm