Bidspirit auction | A roman heliotrope intaglio. Allegorical

A roman heliotrope intaglio. Allegorical emblema. 2nd century A.D. 9 x 11 x 2 mm In the center, a basket (kalathos) containing two ears of corn and a poppy flower. On the sides, according to a symmetrical composition, two cornucopias with globe. Allegory of abundance and prosperity. Beautiful variety of stone with vivid red inclusions. Slight wear marks. U.K., private collection 80's, London.