Lidded goblet, Georg Schreiber (attributed to), c. 1600-c. 1625, amber, gold, ruby, h 32cm × d 12.0cm. BK-17093. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.

Cup with lid carved amber , surrounded by eight bands of gold with applied patterns of enamel and precious stones. To crown an enamelled Minerva figure with shield and lance. To the belly of the vase are in the amber in six oval and omkransde fields Olympian gods represented.

Amber is fossilized tree resin, millions of years old. It is found primarily in the Baltic Sea region. The body of this goblet is decorated with carved reliefs of ancient gods. Surmounting the lid is a gold and enamel figurine of the goddess Minerva. The abundance of gold, enamel and gemstones lends this cup an aura of luxury.