Roman Temple Flame Gemstone in Gold Ring

3rd century AD. A carnelian gemstone with intaglio temple flame motif, set in later gold finger ring with facetted shoulders; supplied with a museum-quality impression. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 183. 4.51 grams, 22.22mm overall, 17.68mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14) (1"). Ex collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman; acquired on the UK art market; previously on the European art market before 2000.
Condition Report: Fine condition.