Roman Bronze Ring with Bust of Sol Gemstone

2ND CENTURY A.D.

3/4 in. (4.36 grams, 21.88 mm overall, 16.61 mm internal diameter (approximate size British I 1/2, USA 4 1/2, Europe 8.07, Japan 7)).

With inset jasper gemstone, intaglio profile bust of Sol with radiate crown; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Private collection, England.

Literature

Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 247, for type.

CONDITION

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LOT 0797