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LOT 17:
Roman ring with carnelian depicting a vase
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140
Estimated price :
€180 - €220
Buyer's Premium: 8%
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Roman ring with carnelian depicting a vase
ITEM: Ring with carnelian depicting a vase
MATERIAL: Bronze
CULTURE: Roman
PERIOD: 2nd - 3rd Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 12 mm x 17 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex German private collection, D.T., Southern Germany, since 1996.
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 3 to 5 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the hammer price, this amount will be added to the final invoice.
Roman rings were popular adornments worn by both men and women in ancient Rome, serving as symbols of status, identity, and personal style. These rings were crafted from a variety of materials, including gold, silver, bronze, and gemstones, and featured a wide range of designs, motifs, and inscriptions. Roman rings were not only decorative but also carried symbolic and practical significance, often serving as seals, amulets, or markers of social status and affiliation.
The design of Roman rings varied depending on factors such as the wearer's gender, social status, and personal preferences. Wealthy individuals often wore rings made from precious metals such as gold or silver, adorned with intricate designs, gemstones, or engraved inscriptions. Common motifs found on Roman rings included mythological figures, animals, floral patterns, and religious symbols, reflecting the diverse cultural influences and artistic traditions of the Roman Empire.
Roman rings were worn for a variety of purposes, including as decorative accessories, status symbols, and talismans for protection or luck. Rings were often exchanged as gifts or tokens of affection, used to commemorate important life events such as marriages, births, or victories in battle. Additionally, rings were sometimes used as seals for official documents or correspondence, with the wearer's engraved signet serving as a personal signature and mark of authenticity.
| Measurement: | 1.7 x 1.2 cm |
