ROMAN MAN’S RING, C.2nd-5th CENTURY AD, SIZE 9 06/25/2024 57 for a similar example

57 for a similar example so identified

This ring served its original owner then was used after his passing

Oval bezel cut with six marks or ciphers

The spiral or helix was a favorite Viking form

Lenticular bezel originally cut with the abstracted figure or cipher now worn

ROMAN MAN’S RING, C.2nd-5th CENTURY AD, SIZE 9 06/25/2024 57 for a similar exampleGilt bronze, size 9 with 4. 8mm rounded face band, thickened at the bottom in the Roman taste. Lozenge shaped bezel, probably cut with a figure or signet, now obscured by degradation from burial. Guiraud type 4. See Ancient Rings, p. 62. Surface textured with the 24karat gold overlay renewed. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.