Roman Silver Ring with Mars Gemstone

2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D. AND LATER

1 in. (12.92 grams, 26.20 mm overall, 16.92 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H, USA 3 3/4, Europe 6.18, Japan 6)).

With D-section hoop expanding at the shoulders to snake's heads supporting oval bezel with indented sides; later large agate intaglio engraved with a standing figure of Mars (Ares) wearing a Corinthian helmet and holding spear and shield. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Property of a private collector; acquired before 1975.

Literature

Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 242, for type.

CONDITION

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LOT 0999