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Ornament in the form of a sphinx
Greek
Hellenistic Period
130–31 B.C.
Medium/Technique
Gold
Dimensions
Height: 16 cm (6 5/16 in.)
Weight: 1.54 gm
Weight: 1.54 gm
Credit Line
General Funds
Accession Number82.268
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment
DescriptionAn ornament in the form of a seated sphinx. The function is uncertain. A high, scroll wing curves above the head. The other wing is missing and may never have been added since there is no evidence of damage. The sphinx sits on a thin flat disc. A suspension loop is attached to the base of the sphinx, so it would hang upside down if threaded.
ProvenanceBy date unknown: with Cavandonis; November 1882: purchased by MFA from Cavandonis for $ 58.50