Roman Gold Ring with Clasped Hands Intaglio
2nd-3rd century CE
Gold, Gemstone, 23 mm overall, 19 mm internal diameter, 6,32 g
Massive gold ring with D-section hoop, an oval bezel set with a nicolo onyx intaglio engraved with clasped hands in front of a winged caduceus, wheat ears and poppy seed capsules.
Fine condition, damaged bezel. The intaglio may have been later attached.
Ex. Coll. M.D., acquired at the european art market.