Ancient Roman - Silver ring inscribed with letters gilded in gold - 1st / 3rd century AD.

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Ruth Garrido Vila
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

Estimate  € 2,500 - € 2,800
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€800
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Roman antique silver ring with gold-inlaid letters from the 1st–3rd century AD, featuring twelve faceted sections inscribed with gold letters including SVR SINI VIMSS, inner diameter 2.1 cm (US size 12), outer diameter 2.5 cm, width 0.9 cm, acquired in 2024 from Galerie/Antiquaire in Germany.

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Description from the seller

Roman-era silver ring with gold inlays
Faceted silver ring dating from the 1st / 2nd century AD.
The ring is adorned with twelve facets inscribed with letters enhanced in gold.
SVR SINI VIMSS
Finely worked ring.
Central Europe, Roman era workmanship - Excellent condition
Inner diameter 2.1 cm (size 67 - US size 12) - Outer diameter 2.5 cm - width 0.9 cm

Provenance information: Germany, P.F.R. gallery.
Previous provenance history, former private German collection formed in the 1980s.

The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
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The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Cultural object passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning the provenance.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Roman-era silver ring with gold inlays
Faceted silver ring dating from the 1st / 2nd century AD.
The ring is adorned with twelve facets inscribed with letters enhanced in gold.
SVR SINI VIMSS
Finely worked ring.
Central Europe, Roman era workmanship - Excellent condition
Inner diameter 2.1 cm (size 67 - US size 12) - Outer diameter 2.5 cm - width 0.9 cm

Provenance information: Germany, P.F.R. gallery.
Previous provenance history, former private German collection formed in the 1980s.

The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Cultural object passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning the provenance.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Details

Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
1er / 3ème S. après J.-C.
Name of object
- Silver ring inscribed with letters gilded in gold - 1st / 3rd century AD.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2024
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
4818
Objects sold
99.7%
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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.

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