A 22k gold ring with a Roman intaglio
A 22k gold ring with a Roman intaglio
A Neoclassical gentlemen's ring. Set with an oval reddish brown carnelion (ca. 16.2 x 12.0 mm) carved with a depiction of Athena. Stamped fineness K 22. Bezel 2 x 1.7 cm. Ring size 64. Weight 8.8 g.
Intaglio 2nd /3rd C AD, in a modern setting.
Provenance
Private collection, South West Germany.