The Greeks
Spotlight on Ancient Greeks
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Gem
This flying heron is carved on chalcedony, a favourite stone for engravers. The name of the engraver, Dexamenos, is carved under the bird. Gems could be worn on the fingers or at the end of a necklace.
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