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Gold Ring With Clasped Hands Amethyst Cameo 2nd-3rd century AD
$11,410.15
£8,459.61
€9,500
CA$15,674.86
A$17,111.67
CHF 9,009.51
MX$204,977.99
NOK 115,228.32
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DKK 72,386.55
About the Item
A cameo a pair of clasped hands in amethyst in gold collet settings.
The size cameo is 11mm x 9mm
Size 7 1/2
Weight: 5.31gr.
The clasping of the right hands of a betrothed couple was a gesture of loyalty and mutual accord, following the agreement of a marriage contract.
In Roman times the right hand was sacred to Fides, the goddess of trust and good faith. The clasping of the right hands of a betrothed couple was a gesture of loyalty and mutual accord, following the agreement of a marriage contract. The clasping of the right hands was a symbolic gesture of the union of the bride and bridegroom, but not part of a wedding ceremony. The wreath depicted above the clasped hands alludes to the bride wearing during the wedding celebration a wreath consisting of herbal flowers. For further details on wedding rituals during the Roman period, see: Beatriz Chadour-Sampson, The Power of Love, Jewels Romance and Eternity, London 2019, p. 15.
- Ring Size:7 US, Resizable
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- Weight:5 g
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- Date of Manufacture:2nd-3rd century AD
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Firenze, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU12024932192
Resizing is available.
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