Head of Jupiter

probably late 18th century

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Title: Head of Jupiter
Date Created: probably late 18th century
Physical Dimensions: Overall: 2 x 1 1/2 in. (5.1 x 3.8 cm); cameo in bezel: 50.7 x 38.3 x 10.8 mm
Type: Cameo
External Link: http://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/198356
Medium: Onyx, mounted in gold as a pendant
Repository: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Culture: Italian

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