1st century AD. A gold finger ring with plain hoop, ellipsoid bezel with beaded wire collar, cell with inset carnelian cloison bearing intaglio motif of two hands clasped within a sunburst. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 234, for type. 3.34 grams, 21.49mm overall, 18.55mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q 1/2, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18.12, Japan 17 1/2) (7/8"). German collection before 2000. Collection of Mr D.H., formed in UK, from the EU art market. Property of a Surrey gentleman. The clasped-hands motif (mane in fede) signifies the completion of an agreement, most often a contract of marriage.

Very fine condition. A large wearable size.