Ancient Roman Bronze, -Evil's Eyes ring with four-dot pierced motifs on the bezel – 17 mm – 1st / 3rd centuries AD Ring (No reserve price)
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€ 46
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 150 - € 200
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Description from the seller
Authentic Roman ring made of bronze from the 1st–3rd centuries A.D. It is in very good condition and can be worn.
Description: The ring displays a bezel engraved with a decoration of 4 concentric roundels, used to repel the fear of the “EYE OF THE DEVIL,” employed as a protector against the “EVIL EYE,” designed to protect the wearer from harm and misfortune.
Material: Bronze / olive green patina.
Condition: excellent / usable,
Date: 1st–3rd century A.D.
Dimensions: inner diameter 17 mm,
weight: 2.38 grams
State: perfect, with no repairs or alterations.
The surface bears the calcifications and concretions typical of its age and of prolonged burial, which are the best guarantee of its authenticity.
This item does not require an export license within the EU
No shipments outside the EU.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not from a company; authenticity and period have been verified and accepted by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY.
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Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Vienna, Austria, in the Art and Antiques market.
The supplier guarantees that he legally acquired this piece.
Catawiki has seen the documentation proving this provenance.
This item is guaranteed to be an authentic antique ring.
The seller guarantees that he has the right to ship this lot.
820C/spqr1
Authentic Roman ring made of bronze from the 1st–3rd centuries A.D. It is in very good condition and can be worn.
Description: The ring displays a bezel engraved with a decoration of 4 concentric roundels, used to repel the fear of the “EYE OF THE DEVIL,” employed as a protector against the “EVIL EYE,” designed to protect the wearer from harm and misfortune.
Material: Bronze / olive green patina.
Condition: excellent / usable,
Date: 1st–3rd century A.D.
Dimensions: inner diameter 17 mm,
weight: 2.38 grams
State: perfect, with no repairs or alterations.
The surface bears the calcifications and concretions typical of its age and of prolonged burial, which are the best guarantee of its authenticity.
This item does not require an export license within the EU
No shipments outside the EU.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not from a company; authenticity and period have been verified and accepted by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY.
By bidding, the buyer agrees to my terms. If you do not agree, please do not bid.
Use the images to form your own opinion. See photos
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Vienna, Austria, in the Art and Antiques market.
The supplier guarantees that he legally acquired this piece.
Catawiki has seen the documentation proving this provenance.
This item is guaranteed to be an authentic antique ring.
The seller guarantees that he has the right to ship this lot.
820C/spqr1
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Ancient Roman
Metal
-Evil's Eyes ring with four-dot pierced motifs on the bezel – 17 mm – 1st / 3rd centuries AD, Bronze
Century/timeframe
1º al 3º DC
Acquired from
Private collection
Total weight
2.38 g
Year acquired
2004
Condition
Excellent condition - barely used with minimal signs of wear
Country acquired from
Austria
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
Austria
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Disclaimer
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.
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.
