This is a Mens 10K Yellow and Sterling Silver Hematite Intaglio Roman Soldier Head Ring, Circa 1940, Ring size 10, Weight 9 grams. Rings set with intaglios may also have been used as seals and had the duality of being decorative as well as functional. 10K & Sterling Mens Hematite Intaglio Roman Soldier Head Ring, Size 10. The art of engraving gemstones (or glyptography) was one of the foremost arts of antiquity, with a tradition that continues through history. The design of these rings show off motifs such as the ‘reef knot’ and ‘fede’ design- both used as betrothal or marriage rings, animals such as snakes would have represented wisdom and love, and depictions of the ancient gods were frequently illustrated- each known for their particular ability to provide assistance and security to the individual. It is nicely cut on a tiny carnelian gemstone, with an image of Mars (the god of War). Rings were often worn as talismans, protecting the wearer from harm or using symbolic motifs to ensure prosperity in life. A Roman sardonyx intaglio depicting Mercury, the figure standing with caduceus and purse, circa 2nd century AD, mounted in a gold ring, hallmarked London 18ct gold, made by Bentley & Skinner, the head measuring 1.3 x 1cm, finger size L, gross weight 6.6 grams. This is an ancient Roman intaglio, dating to the 2nd century A.D. Set in an ancient openwork silver setting, possibly a later Byzantine setting. This red carnelian oval intaglio has a carved depiction of a crouching lion and a star above. One can only speculate about the people who originally wore these rings, we can be sure however that they would have been reserved for the elite of society as only these people would have been able to afford such luxury. Roman Carnelian Lion Intaglio Silver Ring // Roman Empire 100-300 CE. Considering the astonishing age of these pieces and their historical significance, they are still immensely wearable today and are frequently chosen as a unique engagement ring or wedding ring- guaranteed to be unlike any other.
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Beautiful Near Eastern Brass And Carnelian Intaglio Stone Pendant Wearable. Aesthetic Engineering Fine Jewels and Antiques. Unique Ancient Roman Glass intaglio beautiful Old bronze Ring. MUSEUM-WORTHY Ancient Roman Lapis Lazuli Intaglio of Fortuna Set in Modern 18k Ring, 17.51 Grams, c.100 AD/1980 Aesthetic Engineering Fine Jewels and Antiques.
Rings would have been made usually from bronze, silver or yellow gold and display fine metalworking skills such as precision engraving, granulation and wirework. Aesthetic Engineering Fine Jewels and Antiques. Berganza holds an extensive collection of original Ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman and Celtic rings, each ring showcasing the style and artistry of the ancient craftsman of the period. These gemstones were cut by using abrasive powder from harder materials. Rings from the ancient world are exceedingly scarce, greatly prized and highly sought after. The materials used for Roman intaglios differed little from the earlier Hellenistic period, with a great variety of coloured translucent stones coming from the East and Egypt including garnets, carnelian and amethyst.
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