An exquisite ancient Roman gold ring with a carnelian intaglio depicting an eagle perched on an altar, its wings elegantly spread and a laurel wreath held delicately in its beak. Revered as a symbol of Jupiter (the Roman counterpart of Zeus), the Emperor, and the legions, the eagle (aquila) embodied the might and glory of the Roman Empire. As the official emblem of Rome, it represented not only military power but also the enduring legacy of imperial triumph. The ring is accompanied with Academic report by Dr Laura Maria Vigna, Rome, Italy The ring is accomplished With XRF test Measurements: Ring inside horizontal: 22 mm. Vertical: 15.2mm. Intaglio:15.2mm. Weight: 6.2 g. Circa: 1st century BC - 3rd century AD Provenance: London private collection from 1990 Previously in a London private collection 1970-1990 The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. A provenance statement was seen by Catawiki. The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, a provenance statement was seen by Catawiki. Important information. The Seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. THE Seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days. For shipment between the UK and the EU, no export permit is needed but some import taxes may apply. The seller guarantees to have acquired this lot by legal means and he has the proper permits. The seller will inform the buyer about this if acquiring the proper permits and shipping the lot takes more than a few days.