Roman Gold Ring with Amphora Gemstone

2nd-3rd century AD. A gold finger ring comprising a slender hoop, ellipsoid bezel with inset carnelian intaglio amphora. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 199. 5.29 grams, 24.13mm overall, 20.10x17.71mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18) (1"). Property of a gentleman; acquired in the late 1960s-early 1970s.
Condition Report: Very fine condition.