Roman Silver Ring w/ Head of Medusa in Relief
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Late Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 4th century CE. A beautiful silver ring (96% silver) presenting an ovoid table presenting a bust of a frontally facing figure with an expressive visage and a wavy coiffure - the hair perhaps comprised of writhing snakes pertaining to Medusa - surrounded by a rope-patterned border. Interestingly, on the verso is a kneeling figure - perhaps zoomorphic - in low relief. The shank presents a beautiful tight coil motif that resonates with the serpentine coiffure of Medusa. Size: ovoid table measures .75" L x .5" W (1.9 cm x 1.3 cm); opening measures .75" L x .875" W (1.9 cm x 2.2 cm); US ring size 7.5; weight: 3.8 grams.
Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection
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#142085
Late Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 4th century CE. A beautiful silver ring (96% silver) presenting an ovoid table presenting a bust of a frontally facing figure with an expressive visage and a wavy coiffure - the hair perhaps comprised of writhing snakes pertaining to Medusa - surrounded by a rope-patterned border. Interestingly, on the verso is a kneeling figure - perhaps zoomorphic - in low relief. The shank presents a beautiful tight coil motif that resonates with the serpentine coiffure of Medusa. Size: ovoid table measures .75" L x .5" W (1.9 cm x 1.3 cm); opening measures .75" L x .875" W (1.9 cm x 2.2 cm); US ring size 7.5; weight: 3.8 grams.
Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#142085
Condition
Normal wear commensurate with age. Silver has developed a stunning warm patina with areas of iridescence.
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Roman Silver Ring w/ Head of Medusa in Relief
Estimate $400 - $600
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