Bust of the Emperor Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus, 9–79)

Unknown maker

Medium: Onyx, mounted in gold, with rubies, amethyst, and emerald, as a pendant
Dimensions: Overall, with bail: 2 7/8 x 1 9/16 in. (7.3 x 4 cm); visible cameo: 37.6 x 28.6 x 8.3 mm
Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
Classification: Lapidary Work-Gems
Dated: probably mid-18th century
Pixels: 3000 × 4000
SHA-256: 140e12c53f718864…
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Bust of the Emperor Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus, 9–79). probably mid-18th century. The Metropolitan Museum of Art.