Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A stunning gold ring set with a cylindrical bead boasting a brilliant hue of emerald-green. The tubular band tapers to thread through the beautiful bead which is flanked by a pair of gold convex discs, each followed by a slender gold wire that wraps around the band, keeping the bead and gold discs in place. A dazzling combination of ancient art and modern style, sure to make all who see it green with envy! Size: 0.9" Diameter (2.3 cm); gold quality: 93.7 to 98.7 % (equivalent to 22.5 to over 23.7 karats); weight: 3.2 grams; US ring size: 6

Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010

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#159436

Wearable as shown. Slight bending to band, but form is still clear. A few abrasions to surface of glass bead, commensurate with age. Light patina on gold discs due to minor copper content. Otherwise, intact and excellent.