I have a wishlist of things I know I will never own, but still desire and I have to add this the list. It's currently listed on ebay, but it is beyond my means. It still doesn't stop me from wanting it though.
Description:
Culture: | Romano European |
| Date: | Late 1st Century BC |
| Size: | Diam @ 17mm |
| Description: | A rare ring which has survived in excellent condition with a small elegant band with oval bezel which describes a single sheath of wheat. For the assigned date for the ring it may have had associations with the Roman God of Crop Protection "Robigus". The patina is of blackened silver and has a gloss finish. Calcite deposits are seen within the inner band and behind the bezel which attest to the great age of the ring. In very Fine Condition - Ex French Private Collection. |
