ROMAN GOLD RING WITH MINERVA INTAGLIO

Ca. AD 100-300
A gold finger ring of Guiraud type 2c, composed of a round hoop with a tapering profile and a circular intaglio etched with a bust of Minerva (Greek Athena). The goddess of wisdom and strategic warfare is portrayed in her left profile wearing a Corinthian-type helmet, her typical attribute.
Size: D:15.7mm / US: 5 / UK: J 1/2; Weight: 4.57g
Provenance: Private London collection, acquired on the UK art market pre 2000. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Estimate: GBP 750 - 1500