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Ancient Roman carnelian signet ring, circa 2nd century AD.

$13,049.52
£9,500
€11,128.63
CA$17,928.08
A$19,491.44
CHF 10,334.39
MX$233,652.98
NOK 131,344.73
SEK 120,329.63
DKK 83,172.43

About the Item

Ancient Roman carnelian signet ring. Horizontally set with a single oval carnelian plaque in a closed back rubover setting featuring an engraved full length male figure, probably Mars, the Roman god of war, to an elegant marquise shaped bezel and closed backholing, leading to trumpeting shoulders and flowing through to a rounded hollow shank. Tested yellow gold, circa 2nd century AD.
  • Ring Size:
    7 US, Resizable
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2nd Century AD
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 276111stDibs: LU18621392242

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