SEAL

Creator(s): Unknown

On view in: Icon Room

About this object

The seal is made of an agate that ranges from milky white mixed with yellow green to a deep brown. The crystalline structure of the stone is apparent in the white areas. The seal is cut in an octagonal shape. The upper part curves towards a smaller, flat top. The pedestal foot has faceted sides. It is uncut on the bottom.

Object name:

SEAL

Made from:

Agate

Made in:

Russia

Date made:

19th c.

Size:

9.2 x 3.8 x 3.2 cm (3 5/8 x 1 1/2 x 1 1/4 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

21.83

Class:

HARDSTONE

Signature marks:

Credit line:

Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973