Roman Iron Ring with Eros Riding a Dolphin Gemstone 2nd century A.D. An iron finger ring with inset burnt white stone cloison bearing intaglio of Eros riding a dolphin. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 275, for type. 9.42 grams, 20.30 mm overall, 13.82 x 16.27 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H, USA 3 3/4, Europe 6.18, Japan 6) (7/8 in.). Acquired 1970's. Ex UK collection. Property of a Portsmouth, UK gentleman.