Ancient Roman gold ring with Minerva intaglio, 3rd-4th century AD.


£15,000

Ancient Roman gold ring with Minerva intaglio, 3rd-4th century AD.

Rings, Dress Rings

Other Currencies
Ref: 25605

There are currently 22 other people interested in this item. Why is this important?

Ring size: M
The majority of items can be re-sized free of charge.

Add to Basket    

Reserve Item      


 Description

Ancient Roman gold ring with Minerva intaglio. Set to centre with an oval hardstone intaglio in a closed back roman set setting, finely engraved with an image of the goddess of wisdom and war, Minerva, who is depicted wearing a helmet and holding a spear and olive branch in a signet ring design featuring a finely raised border and closed backholing, leading to broad trumpeting shoulders which taper to a solid shank. Tested yellow gold, approximately 15.99 grams in weight, circa 3rd-4th century AD.

Minerva was the virgin goddess of music, poetry, medicine and wisdom. She is sometimes depicted with her sacred creature, an owl, which symbolised her association with wisdom. Minerva is commonly depicted as tall with an athletic and muscular build, as well as wearing armour and carrying a spear. As the most important Roman goddess, she is highly revered, honored, and respected. Minerva is the Roman equivalent of the Greek goddess Athena.

 Condition report

The ring is in excellent condition.

 Delivery & Returns

Need more information? Contact Us

There are currently 22 other people interested in this item.



Email: info@berganza.com | Opening hours: Monday-Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 11am-5pm | All Stripe currencies supported

Updated 2/11/2024 at 3:17PM

|
© Berganza Ltd 2024
Ancient Roman gold ring with Minerva intaglio, 3rd-4th century AD.
Ancient Roman gold ring with Minerva intaglio. Set to centre with an oval hardstone intaglio in a closed back roman set setting, finely engraved with an image of the goddess of wisdom and war, Minerva, who is depicted wearing a helmet and holding a spear and olive branch in a signet ring design featuring a finely raised border and closed backholing, leading to broad trumpeting shoulders which taper to a solid shank. Tested yellow gold, approximately 15.99 grams in weight, circa 3rd-4th century AD. Minerva was the virgin goddess of music, poetry, medicine and wisdom. She is sometimes depicted with her sacred creature, an owl, which symbolised her association with wisdom. Minerva is commonly depicted as tall with an athletic and muscular build, as well as wearing armour and carrying a spear. As the most important Roman goddess, she is highly revered, honored, and respected. Minerva is the Roman equivalent of the Greek goddess Athena.
25605
green
Y Gold
https://www.berganza.com/images/jewellery/jewelleryitemphoto_19831_2.jpg
InStock
GBP
15000.00
UsedCondition