Roman Jewelled Gold Ring

2nd century AD. A gold finger ring with D-section hoop, bezel of two ellipsoid cells with amethyst cabochons and a rectangular emerald to the centre. [A video of this item is available to view on TimeLine Auctions website.] 4.49 grams, 22.26mm overall, 19.45mm internal diameter (approximate size British K, USA 5 1/4, Europe 9.95, Japan 9) (1"). Property of a North London gentleman; previously with Faustus Gallery; formerly from the Henry Mossop collection, found by him at Water Newton, in the 1970s.
Condition Report: Very fine condition.