Ancient Roman, Empire Silver Ring - 1st to 3rd Century A.D

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Antique Roman silver ring set with a carnelian intaglio cameo, circa 1st–3rd century AD, weighing 7.54 g and measuring 22 × 20 mm, in good used condition with wear and patina.

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An Ancient Silver Ring with Carnelian Intaglio Cameo

Roman Imperial Period, circa 1st-3rd Century A.D.

the substantial silver ring set with an oval carnelian intaglio finely engraved with the profile bust of a female figure facing left, her hair arranged beneath a headdress or veil, the shoulders draped in stylized garments. The translucent reddish-orange stone displays rich natural tonal variation and internal inclusions, enhancing the depth of the engraved portrait. The silver hoop of broad tapering form bears extensive age wear and surface patination consistent with long burial and antiquity.

22 x 20 mm.
7.54 gr.



Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller . No further tests, such as, a TL test, lapidary tests, analysis of pigments or radiography scans have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.

An Ancient Silver Ring with Carnelian Intaglio Cameo

Roman Imperial Period, circa 1st-3rd Century A.D.

the substantial silver ring set with an oval carnelian intaglio finely engraved with the profile bust of a female figure facing left, her hair arranged beneath a headdress or veil, the shoulders draped in stylized garments. The translucent reddish-orange stone displays rich natural tonal variation and internal inclusions, enhancing the depth of the engraved portrait. The silver hoop of broad tapering form bears extensive age wear and surface patination consistent with long burial and antiquity.

22 x 20 mm.
7.54 gr.



Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller . No further tests, such as, a TL test, lapidary tests, analysis of pigments or radiography scans have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.

Details

Era
Before 1400
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Metal
Silver
Century/timeframe
1st to 3rd Century AD
Acquired from
Auction house
Total weight
7.54 g
Year acquired
2025
Condition
Good condition - used with some signs of wear
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Country of origin
Unknown
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Title additional information
1st to 3rd Century A.D
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
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