Neoclassical Electrum Ring Roman Agate Intaglio Nike

Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE; Western Europe, Neoclassical, ca. 19th century CE. A fine agate intaglio set in an electrum setting, depicting Nike/Victory, striding to the left in profile. She holds a holding a spear in one hand, with a trumpet held up to her mouth, a quiver of arrows over her shoulder, and a burning torch planted before her. This intaglio is a gorgeous piece from the ancient Roman Empire, that was set into an electrum bezel in the 19th century. The form-fitting bezel is supported by a split shoulder shank and this ring is wearable. Size (intaglio): 0.61" L x 0.51" W (1.5 cm x 1.3 cm); (band opening): 0.63" Diameter (1.6 cm); electrum quality: 35.8% gold; 23% silver; weight: 2.5 grams; US ring size: 5

Provenance: private East Coast collection, New York, New York, USA, acquired before 2010

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Condition Report: Electrum bezel around the intaglio has a visible fissure, but this does not affect intaglio, and intaglio is secured. Dark toning and patina on the shoulders of split shank and bezel. Ring is wearable.