Byzantine Ring, 12th century. The sides of the octagonal bezel are inscribed in Greek with a quotation from Psalm 26: “Lord, my Light and my Savior, whom shall I fear?” In contrast to this Christian motto, the intaglio depicts the pagan god Pan. Walters Art Museum [1800×1738]

Byzantine Ring, 12th century. The sides of the octagonal bezel are inscribed in Greek with a quotation from Psalm 26: “Lord, my Light and my Savior, whom shall I fear?” In contrast to this Christian motto, the intaglio depicts the pagan god Pan. Walters Art Museum [1800×1738]

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