Roman Silver Ring with Janus Head, c. 2nd Century A.D.
Title: Roman Silver Ring with Janus Head, c. 2nd Century A.D.
Date/Origin: Roman, c. 2nd Century A.D.
Description: Solid silver with oval bezel, engraved with the double head of Janus.
Janus was the god of beginnings and endings in Roman mythology and presided over passages, doors, gates and endings, as well as in transitional periods such as from war to peace. He was usually depicted as having two faces looking in opposite directions, one towards the past and the other towards the future.
Materials: Silver, 15.8 grms
Dimensions: USA= 7 1/2 - GB= O/P - 1.8 cm inside D
Provenance: Collection Mr. T. L., acquired at a London auction. • This item comes with a Certificate of Authenticity * World Wide shipping for this item is US$ 20
Reserve: $700.00
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Title: Roman Silver Ring with Janus Head, c. 2nd Century A.D.
Date/Origin: Roman, c. 2nd Century A.D.
Description: Solid silver with oval bezel, engraved with the double head of Janus.
Janus was the god of beginnings and endings in Roman mythology and presided over passages, doors, gates and endings, as well as in transitional periods such as from war to peace. He was usually depicted as having two faces looking in opposite directions, one towards the past and the other towards the future.
Materials: Silver, 15.8 grms
Dimensions: USA= 7 1/2 - GB= O/P - 1.8 cm inside D
Provenance: Collection Mr. T. L., acquired at a London auction. • This item comes with a Certificate of Authenticity * World Wide shipping for this item is US$ 20
Reserve: $700.00
Shipping:
Worldwide: Flat-rate of $20.00 to anywhere in the world.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Location: This item ships from the United Kingdom.
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition Report: Intact
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