Roman Silver Intaglio Ring > Lot No. 0626

Description:
A silver finger ring formed as a D-section hoop with scroll detail to the shoulders; the bezel elliptical with cabochon setting for an amber-coloured stone intaglio depicting a hippocampus; supplied with custom-made stand.

Culture/Period:
Circa 2nd century AD

Measurements:
Silver, 8.20 grams, 23 mm (approximate size British M, USA 6 1/4, Europe 12.46, Japan 12) excluding stand.

Size :
1"

Condition:
Very fine condition, repaired.

Provenance:
Ex Dutch collection, acquired between 1960's and 1990.

Estimate: £100 - 150 (EUR 120 - 190; USD 160 - 240)

Auction date: Wednesday 14th March 2012 - Coins & 15-16 March 2012 - Antiquities at The Swedenborg Hall >> Coins & Antiquities

Sold for: £170