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Ruth Garrido Vila

Roman gold ring with black Agate intaglio depicts an intimate scene between Apollo and Venus (Aphrodite). 
Venus stands gracefully to the left, with Kylix (drinking cup) around the basin embodying beauty and allure, while Apollo, confidently positioned to the right, represents strength and artistry.
This ring is accompanied with XRF Test 
 X-ray fluorescence test 

Mesurments:12.09g. 
1st century BC - 3rd century AD

Provenance:
British private collection from 1995
Previously in a London private collection 1970-1990

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1st. C BC -3rd. C AD.

Ancient Roman Gold Gold Ring with XRF Test

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