Roman - Gold Ring with Cabochon Garnet > Lot No. 667

Description:
Circa 3rd century AD. The bezel with applied trefoil granulation surrounding the central cell containing a red gemstone mounted en cabochon, the hoop of twisted and braided form.

Measurements:
2.07 grams, 20 mm overall, 14.60 mm internal.

Condition:
Very fine with a small amount of wear to the exterior surfaces but sound and wearable; the stone possibly a later replacement.

References:
Victoria and Albert Museum Catalogue of Rings , London, 1930 item 149.

Provenance:
Purchased on the London art market in 1974.

Estimate: £400 - 600 (EUR 480 - 720; USD 630 - 950)

Auction date: Thursday 9th September 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH