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Engraved gem
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An engraved gem, frequently referred to as an intaglio, is a small and usually semi-precious gemstone that has been carved, in the Western tradition normally with images or inscriptions only on one fa
Roman intaglio portrait of Caracalla in amethyst, once in the Treasury of Sainte-Chapelle. At some point it was adapted by adding an inscription and cross to represent Saint Peter
Roman intaglio portrait of Caracalla in amethyst, once in the Treasury of Sainte-Chapelle. At some point it was adapted by adding an inscription and c
Relief cameo of a Roman prince. Perhaps 14th century.
Relief cameo of a Roman prince. Perhaps 14th century.
Antelopes attacked by birds: cylinder seal in hematite and its impression. Late Bronze Age II (maybe 14th century BC), from Cyprus in the Minoan perio
Antelopes attacked by birds: cylinder seal in hematite and its impression. Late Bronze Age II (maybe 14th century BC), from Cyprus in the Minoan period, following Near Eastern precedents.
Reclining satyr, Etruscan c. 550 BC, 2.2 cm wide, agate. Note the vase shown "sideways"; it is characteristic of early gems that not all elements in t
Reclining satyr, Etruscan c. 550 BC, 2.2 cm wide, agate. Note the vase shown "sideways"; it is characteristic of early gems that not all elements in the design are read from the same direction of view.
Lapidary
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Lapidary is the practice of shaping stone, minerals, or gemstones into decorative items such as cabochons, engraved gems, and faceted designs. A person who practices lapidary techniques of cutting, gr
Engraved gem
…The engraving of gemstones was a major luxury art form in the ancient world, and an important one in some later periods. It is one type of product of lapidary, the practice of shaping stone including gemstones or minerals, into decorative items. Strictly speaking, engraving means sculpting in intaglio (with…
A 17th-century English lapidary text
A 17th-century English lapidary text
Lapidary tool kit from around 900 AD, Chaco Culture National Historical Park
Lapidary tool kit from around 900 AD, Chaco Culture National Historical Park
The Motala Clasp, a 14th century gold clasp set with multiple stones of different cuts. Probably made in France and found by a fisherman in Motala riv
The Motala Clasp, a 14th century gold clasp set with multiple stones of different cuts. Probably made in France and found by a fisherman in Motala river, Sweden.
A jewellery worker in Sri Lanka
A jewellery worker in Sri Lanka