Engraved gems and propaganda in the Roman Republic and under Augustus /

: This work studies small but highly captivating artworks from antiquity - engraved gemstones. These objects had multiple applications, and the images upon them captured snapshots of people's beliefs, ideologies, and everyday occupations. They provide a unique perspective on the propaganda of Roman political leaders, especially Octavian/Augustus.
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Also issued in print: 2020. : 1 online resource (viii, 606 pages) : illustrations (black and white, and colour), maps (black and white). : Includes bibliographical references and index. : 9781789695403 (PDF ebook) : : Open access.