Lot 945
Late Hellenistic – Early Roman gold ring with a carnelian gemstone, 1st century B.C. - 1st century A.D.
Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A109kua | Live auction | 1190 Lots
Description
The ring shank, approximately 4 mm wide at the base, widens towards the shoulder to approximately 15 mm. Even on the inside, slightly domed on the exterior. The broad shoulder hollow-worked. On the ring plate a carnelian agate gem with a wide, bevelled border. The gem set laterally by an approximately 2 mm high collet, which projects at the bottom approximately 1 mm, clearly offset from the ring shank. On the face, a portrait of the standing Fortuna Redux with rudder, cornucopia and sceptre engraved in the centre. Diameter of the gem 19 mm x 15 mm. Maximum diameter of the ring shank 24 mm. Height 27 mm. Ring size 58 (US 8). Apart from tiny dents and minor signs of wear, in excellent condition. CULTURAL ASSET!Provenance: A private collection in southern Germany, from the estate of the collector’s grandfather. The works were purchased by him at art fairs and in galleries between the 1980s and 1990s.
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