Bidspirit auction | Roman Gold Ring with Cabochon

Roman Gold Ring with Cabochon and Pearls - 3rd century AD A gold ring comprising a hoop of filigree meander between two bands with twisted filigree rims, discoid bezel with central cell and string of pearl seed beads, inset cabochon garnet. 5.18 grams, 24.40mm overall, 19.04mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 9, Europe 19.69, Japan 19) (1”). Very fine condition. Provenance Property of a South West London gentleman; acquired by his father in the 1970s; by descent 1986. Literature Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 177 for type.