X-ray fluorescence tested ancient Roman Yellow gold Ring
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Ancient Roman gold ring with a red carnelian intaglio depicting a male bust, probably Emperor Caracalla, dating to ca. AD 198–220, weight 5.38 g, diameter 14.07 mm (US 27/8, UK F), 94.39% Au confirmed by XRF, provenance London private collection; previously from a South German private collection.
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Circa AD 198–220. A red carnelian intaglio engraved with a male bust facing left, probably representing the Emperor Caracalla. His hair is depicted in short, thick locks brushed back, with a trimmed beard and sideburns. His facial features are sharply defined: prominent brow, straight nose, large sunken eyes with a marked eyelid, and lips tightly closed over a square chin. Set in an oval bezel, the intaglio is mounted in a gold ring with a D-shaped hoop that broadens at the shoulders and tapers gradually toward the back. For a similar example, see: Bagot J., Hephaestus’ Legacy: A Monument to a Private Collection of Ancient Rings and Glyptics, no. 337. Size: D: 14.07 mm / US: 27/8 / UK: F; Weight: 5.38 g
Provenance: Private London collection; formerly part of a private South German collection, acquired in the 1980s–early 1990s. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register. Reviewed by Sami Fortune, specialist in ancient jewellery.
XRF analysis confirms high-purity gold (94.39% Au), consistent with Roman imperial jewellery.
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At Severus Numismatics, our passion is collecting stories in the form of coins and archaeological pieces. As passionate collectors and history enthusiasts, we have assembled an extraordinary collection of coins spanning continents and eras.
Our online store is more than a place to acquire valuable pieces: it is a gateway to the past that allows numismatics enthusiasts to explore the legacy of civilizations through the treasures they minted. Our team is here to guide you on your journey through the fascinating history of humanity, reflected in the metal of our coins and archaeological pieces.
Translated by Google TranslateCirca AD 198–220. A red carnelian intaglio engraved with a male bust facing left, probably representing the Emperor Caracalla. His hair is depicted in short, thick locks brushed back, with a trimmed beard and sideburns. His facial features are sharply defined: prominent brow, straight nose, large sunken eyes with a marked eyelid, and lips tightly closed over a square chin. Set in an oval bezel, the intaglio is mounted in a gold ring with a D-shaped hoop that broadens at the shoulders and tapers gradually toward the back. For a similar example, see: Bagot J., Hephaestus’ Legacy: A Monument to a Private Collection of Ancient Rings and Glyptics, no. 337. Size: D: 14.07 mm / US: 27/8 / UK: F; Weight: 5.38 g
Provenance: Private London collection; formerly part of a private South German collection, acquired in the 1980s–early 1990s. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register. Reviewed by Sami Fortune, specialist in ancient jewellery.
XRF analysis confirms high-purity gold (94.39% Au), consistent with Roman imperial jewellery.
#goldmania
Seller's Story
At Severus Numismatics, our passion is collecting stories in the form of coins and archaeological pieces. As passionate collectors and history enthusiasts, we have assembled an extraordinary collection of coins spanning continents and eras.
Our online store is more than a place to acquire valuable pieces: it is a gateway to the past that allows numismatics enthusiasts to explore the legacy of civilizations through the treasures they minted. Our team is here to guide you on your journey through the fascinating history of humanity, reflected in the metal of our coins and archaeological pieces.
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Era
Before 1400
Culture
X-ray fluorescence tested ancient Roman
Metal
Yellow gold
Century/timeframe
198-220 d. C.
Acquired from
Auction house
Total weight
5.38 g
Year acquired
2025
Condition
Excellent condition - barely used with minimal signs of wear
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
