Roman Animal Gemstone in Gold Ring
2nd-3rd century AD. A green jasper intaglio with two canines engaged in coitus, set into a later gold ring with D-section hoop, heart-shaped plaque to each shoulder, the raised bezel with bead collar. 7.38 grams, 23.85mm overall, 16.80mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 17) (1"). From the private collection of a Dutch jewellery collector; acquired in the 1990s.
Condition Report: Very fine condition.
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2nd-3rd century AD. A green jasper intaglio with two canines engaged in coitus, set into a later gold ring with D-section hoop, heart-shaped plaque to each shoulder, the raised bezel with bead collar. 7.38 grams, 23.85mm overall, 16.80mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 17) (1"). From the private collection of a Dutch jewellery collector; acquired in the 1990s.
Condition Report: Very fine condition.
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