Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Portrait Intaglio of Apollo Circa 1st-2nd century AD This gold ring boasts a D-shaped hoop adorned with intricate twisted decor. The hoop connects to a substantial bezel cell, embellished with ropework borders. At its centre rests a captivating chalcedony intaglio, engraved with the right-facing portrait of god Apollo, crowned with a laurel wreath. Apollo was one of the twelve Olympian gods in Greek mythology, often depicted as a youthful and handsome figure. He was a multifaceted deity associated with various domains such as the sun, light, prophecy, music, poetry, healing, and more. Throughout ancient Greece and Rome, Apollo was venerated in numerous cults and temples, particularly famous ones such as the Temple of Apollo at Delphi, where the famous Oracle resided. Dimensions: Diameter 17.73mm; US Size 7 1/2; UK Size O 1/2; weight 11g Provenance: Private UK Ancient Art Collection formerly acquired on the UK, European, and USA Art Markets from pre-2000 Collections. Disclaimer: NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE OF THE EUROPEAN UNION. All items will be shipped from Belgium. The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits. The seller will not ship outside the EU.