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Lot 1372

Carved Citrine Intaglio—"Ganymede"

27 May 2010, 13:00 EDT
New York

US$4,500 - US$6,500

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Carved Citrine Intaglio—"Ganymede"

By August Mayer
Idar-Oberstein, Germany

In Greek mythology, Ganymede was a divine hero whose homeland was Troy. His name signifies, "rejoicing in virility". The most attractive of mortals, Zeus abducted him, in the form of an eagle, to serve as cup-bearer to the Gods. Faceted in a fancy shield-shape, this rich golden citrine bears fine quality carving depicting this masculine symbol by one of the renowned firms of Idar-Oberstein. Weighing approximately 48.90 carats and measuring 25 x 30 x 20mm

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