
Athena finger ring
Description
Finger ring with inlaid carnelian decorated with an engraved bust of Athena. In Cypriot art, Athena appears usually fully armed with crested helmet, round shield and spear, which emphasize her warlike aspect. Her worship is attested from quite early in the sanctuaries of Idalion, Vouni and Kakopetria. It is believed that the cult of Athena merged with the cult of Phoenician Anat in Cyprus.
Collection Number
Ζ0461
Period
Roman period (Ρωμαϊκή περίοδος)
Material
gold, carnelian (χρυσός, καρνεόλιο)
Culture
Cypriot (Κυπριακός)
Dimensions
Δ: 2,4 εκ.
Exhbition Gallery
3rd floor / Cypriot Art
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