Ancient Roman Bronze Serpent Ring – Symbol of Protection and Renewal (No reserve price)

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

Estimate  € 150 - € 200
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This ancient Roman bronze serpent ring, titled “Slangenring – Symbool van Bescherming en Vernieuwing”, dates from the 1st to 5th century AD and measures 24 mm.

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Roman Bronze Snake Ring – Symbol of Protection and Renewal

A distinctive bronze ring from the Roman period, crafted in the shape of an elegantly winding snake. The ring has a round, slightly irregular form with a thickened end reminiscent of a snake's head.

In the Roman world, the snake carried a special symbolic meaning. It was associated with protection, healing, wisdom, and rebirth. Snake motifs appeared frequently in personal jewelry and amulets and were valued for their protective symbolism.

The ring displays a natural dark brown archaeological patina and clear signs of age, underscoring its historic character. The simple yet distinctive form makes this item an interesting example of Roman personal decorative art.

Culture: Roman
Period: 1st–5th century AD
Weight: 4.88 g
Dimensions: 24 mm

A characteristic historic piece of jewelry in which the symbolism of the snake and the simplicity of Roman craftsmanship come together.

Roman Bronze Snake Ring – Symbol of Protection and Renewal

A distinctive bronze ring from the Roman period, crafted in the shape of an elegantly winding snake. The ring has a round, slightly irregular form with a thickened end reminiscent of a snake's head.

In the Roman world, the snake carried a special symbolic meaning. It was associated with protection, healing, wisdom, and rebirth. Snake motifs appeared frequently in personal jewelry and amulets and were valued for their protective symbolism.

The ring displays a natural dark brown archaeological patina and clear signs of age, underscoring its historic character. The simple yet distinctive form makes this item an interesting example of Roman personal decorative art.

Culture: Roman
Period: 1st–5th century AD
Weight: 4.88 g
Dimensions: 24 mm

A characteristic historic piece of jewelry in which the symbolism of the snake and the simplicity of Roman craftsmanship come together.

Details

Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
1e–5e eeuw na Christus
Name of object
Serpent Ring – Symbol of Protection and Renewal
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
1994
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
Sold by
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Objects sold
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