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A roman lapis lazuli magical intaglio. Gorgona mask with torch - A roman lapis lazuli magical intaglio. Gorgona mask with torch Slightly three-quarters, almost frontal Gorgona mask. Eyes with engraved iris and winged head with snakes; below, a burning torch. Magical depiction for protective and apotropaic purposes. Rare combination of subject and material. Slight wear marks. 3rd century A.D. 12x14x3 mm