Roman Gold Ring with Jasper Intaglio

£ 1,400.00

A lovely Ancient Roman gold finger ring of a small size. The ring features a round section hoop and an oval bezel inserted perpendicularly across the shoulders. The bezel is set with a dark jasper flat-topped cabochon, engraved with an intaglio depicting an image of Cupid riding a dolphin and playing a double flute. UK ring size D. Weight: 2.4 g.

 

Date: Circa 2nd – 3rd Century AD
Condition: Extremely fine. Please mind that the ring’s size is quite small, see measurements for references. Suitable for modern wear with care.

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Product Code: RES-05
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The extremely sophisticated technique of engraving of gemstones was one of the most luxurious art forms in the Ancient World. Furthermore, in Ancient Roman culture gemstones were amongst the most expensive and lavish objects and were prized above all other possessions. This type of representation was a popular subject in Ancient Roman art, being an allegory of love. In Ancient Roman culture and mythology, Cupid was the god of love who was capable of making divine or mortal individuals fall in love with his enchanted arrows. Cupid is generally represented as a cute chubby boy with wings, carrying a bow and a quiver of arrows.

To discover more about Eros’ iconography in Antiquity, please visit our relevant blog post: Eros’ Iconography in Classical Times.

Dimensions W 1.5 cm
Region

Southern Europe

Roman Mythology

Cupid

Metal

Gold

Semi-Precious Stone

Jasper

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