Object Description
A beautiful Roman gold ring featuring a rounded garnet intaglio. The ring features a rounded hoop, which is flat within the interior and rounded to the exterior, leading to expanding shoulders. These lead to a stepped bezel set with a convex garnet intaglio, carved with a decorative motif. At its centre is a nude figure, most likely of a nude goddess, depicted standing with her back to the viewer. Her head is turned to the left, as though surprised. The drapes of her dress hang loosely around her side and fall to her legs. Her left hand is raised, holding an object within her hand, possibly a mirror. Scenes such as this commonly depict Venus, surprised in the act of bathing. The startled moment was depicted in a range of mediums; from miniature intaglios to life-size statues.
Closest UK ring size: N 1/2. Internal diameter given below.
Please note that the impression will not be supplied with the ring.
Date: Circa 1st Century AD