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Ancient Roman, Empire 青銅製の印章リング――翼を持つ神と弓  (No reserve price)
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Ancient Roman, Empire 青銅製の印章リング――翼を持つ神と弓 (No reserve price)

A fascinating ancient Roman bronze seal ring featuring an enigmatic engraved depiction of a winged deity accompanied by a bow — a deeply symbolic and mythological composition preserved in an elegant minimalist style. The elongated oval bezel displays a stylized divine figure rendered through fine incised lines. The engraving appears to show a winged celestial or mythological being holding, carrying, or standing beside a bow, evoking associations with Roman divine symbolism connected to victory, protection, fate, or sacred power. The imagery recalls classical representations of Eros/Cupid, Victoria, or other winged divine messengers known throughout the Roman world. Its abstract artistic execution gives the ring an almost mystical appearance, characteristic of late Roman symbolic seal rings where meaning was conveyed through simplified sacred imagery rather than detailed portraiture. Such rings often functioned both as personal jewelry and protective talismans. The bronze body has developed a beautiful archaeological surface with ancient wear and authentic age patina, enhancing the historical atmosphere of the piece. The smooth flowing form and elongated bezel create a highly elegant and wearable silhouette. Seal rings of this type were commonly worn by soldiers, merchants, travelers, or individuals seeking symbolic divine protection and status within Roman society. Culture: Roman Empire Material: Bronze Date: ca. 2nd–4th century AD Type: Seal / signet ring Motif: Winged deity with bow Condition: Well preserved with visible engraved motif and attractive ancient patina A rare and evocative Roman bronze seal ring — combining mythology, symbolism, and personal identity into a timeless wearable relic from the classical world.

No. 103706447

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Ancient Roman, Empire 青銅製の印章リング――翼を持つ神と弓  (No reserve price)

Ancient Roman, Empire 青銅製の印章リング――翼を持つ神と弓 (No reserve price)

A fascinating ancient Roman bronze seal ring featuring an enigmatic engraved depiction of a winged deity accompanied by a bow — a deeply symbolic and mythological composition preserved in an elegant minimalist style.

The elongated oval bezel displays a stylized divine figure rendered through fine incised lines. The engraving appears to show a winged celestial or mythological being holding, carrying, or standing beside a bow, evoking associations with Roman divine symbolism connected to victory, protection, fate, or sacred power. The imagery recalls classical representations of Eros/Cupid, Victoria, or other winged divine messengers known throughout the Roman world.

Its abstract artistic execution gives the ring an almost mystical appearance, characteristic of late Roman symbolic seal rings where meaning was conveyed through simplified sacred imagery rather than detailed portraiture. Such rings often functioned both as personal jewelry and protective talismans.

The bronze body has developed a beautiful archaeological surface with ancient wear and authentic age patina, enhancing the historical atmosphere of the piece. The smooth flowing form and elongated bezel create a highly elegant and wearable silhouette.

Seal rings of this type were commonly worn by soldiers, merchants, travelers, or individuals seeking symbolic divine protection and status within Roman society.

Culture: Roman Empire
Material: Bronze
Date: ca. 2nd–4th century AD
Type: Seal / signet ring
Motif: Winged deity with bow
Condition: Well preserved with visible engraved motif and attractive ancient patina

A rare and evocative Roman bronze seal ring — combining mythology, symbolism, and personal identity into a timeless wearable relic from the classical world.

Final bid
€ 161
No reserve price
Ruth Garrido Vila
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Estimate € 250 - € 300

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