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scarab
Object Type
scarab
Museum number
1872,0604.1149
Description
Cornelian scarab engraved with Achilles (Achle), wounded by an arrow in his heel.
Cultures/periods
Etruscan
Production date
400BC-350BC
Production place
Made in:
Italy
Materials
cornelian
Technique
engraved
Dimensions
Length:
1.70 centimetres
Width:
1.20 centimetres
Bibliographic references
Gem / Catalogue of Engraved Gems & Cameos, Greek, Etruscan & Roman in the British Museum
(672)
Location
On display
(G71/dc27)
Exhibition history
Exhibited: 2019-2020 21 Nov-8 Mar, London, BM, SEG, Troy
Subjects
classical mythology
Associated names
Representation of:
Achilles
Acquisition name
Purchased from:
Alessandro Castellani
Previous owner
Previous owner/ex-collection:
Dr Nott
Acquisition date
1872
Department
Greek and Roman
Registration number
1872,0604.1149