Bidspirit auction | Roman Victory Offering Victory Gemstone

Roman Victory Offering Victory Gemstone in Gold Ring - 2nd century AD A carnelian cloison with intaglio seated Victory with spear, shield and helmet, frond by the foot, miniature Victory with wreath in her hand; mounted in a later gold ring. 12.28 grams, 24.58mm overall, 18.33mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q 1/2, USA 8 1/4, Europe 18.12, Japan 17) (1”). Very fine condition. A large wearable size. Provenance Property of a London gentleman; acquired London art market, 1970-1980. Literature Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 199.