Roman Gilt Silver Ring with Goat Gemstone 3rd-4th century...
Roman Gilt Silver Ring with Goat Gemstone 3rd-4th century AD
A substantial parcel-gilt silver finger ring comprising a D-section hoop with vertical ribbed panels to the shoulders, discoid bezel with recessed outer ring, inset jasper(?) stud with intaglio regardant goat and branch. 32.12 grams, 31mm overall, 20mm internal diameter (approximate size British S, USA 9, Europe 19, Japan 19). (1 1/4"). Fine condition. A large wearable size. [No Reserve]
Provenance
From an East London collector; previously in a collection formed between 1990-2000.
Literature
Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 211 for type.
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Roman Gilt Silver Ring with Goat Gemstone 3rd-4th century AD
A substantial parcel-gilt silver finger ring comprising a D-section hoop with vertical ribbed panels to the shoulders, discoid bezel with recessed outer ring, inset jasper(?) stud with intaglio regardant goat and branch. 32.12 grams, 31mm overall, 20mm internal diameter (approximate size British S, USA 9, Europe 19, Japan 19). (1 1/4"). Fine condition. A large wearable size. [No Reserve]
Provenance
From an East London collector; previously in a collection formed between 1990-2000.
Literature
Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 211 for type.