The ancient Greek masterpiece etched on a tiny gemstone

By Katy Scott, CNN

Updated 1524 GMT (2324 HKT) January 26, 2018

An intricate engraving on an ancient gem has been deemed one of the greatest prehistoric Greek artworks ever discovered.
Photos: Treasure trove unearthed from tomb of Greek warrior-king
An intricate engraving on an ancient gem has been deemed one of the greatest prehistoric Greek artworks ever discovered.
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The sealstone was one of many treasures discovered in the <a href="http://edition.cnn.com/2015/10/27/europe/greece-pylos-warrior-tomb/index.html" target="_blank">3,500-year-old</a> tomb of a Bronze Age warrior. Archaeologist Sharon Stocker from the University of Cincinnati led the dig in southwest Greece in 2015.<br />
Photos: Treasure trove unearthed from tomb of Greek warrior-king
The sealstone was one of many treasures discovered in the 3,500-year-old tomb of a Bronze Age warrior. Archaeologist Sharon Stocker from the University of Cincinnati led the dig in southwest Greece in 2015.
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The sealstone was covered in limestone when it was first discovered. Measuring just 1.4 inches in length, it was initially mistaken for a bead.