Ancient Roman Bronze Signet Ring with Griffin Motif (No reserve price)

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Ruth Garrido Vila
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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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€40
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€35
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€30

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Bronze seal ring with griffin motif from the Early Roman period (1st–4th century AD), in very good + condition, 2.2 cm wide and 1.8 cm long, weighing 4.99 g.

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Late Roman bronze seal ring with a griffin motif
This bronze ring bears a powerful symbol: the griffin, which unites the strength of a lion with the head and wings of an eagle. A mythical guardian that evokes protection, vigilance and authority.
The motif presents us with a Roman owner who wanted to wear these qualities on his hand. His identity remains unknown, but his ring still captures the imagination.
The griffin later also found a place in Christian art and church decoration, where its double form was linked to the human and divine nature of Christ. An ancient motif with a rich history of meanings.
Width: 2.2 cm
Length: 1.8 cm
Weight: 4.99 g

Late Roman bronze seal ring with a griffin motif
This bronze ring bears a powerful symbol: the griffin, which unites the strength of a lion with the head and wings of an eagle. A mythical guardian that evokes protection, vigilance and authority.
The motif presents us with a Roman owner who wanted to wear these qualities on his hand. His identity remains unknown, but his ring still captures the imagination.
The griffin later also found a place in Christian art and church decoration, where its double form was linked to the human and divine nature of Christ. An ancient motif with a rich history of meanings.
Width: 2.2 cm
Length: 1.8 cm
Weight: 4.99 g

Details

Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
1st-4th Century AD.
Name of object
Signet Ring with Griffin Motif
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2026
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Europe
Condition
Very good +
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1996
Previous owner - country acquired from
Europe
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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Objects sold
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