From the heart of the ancient Roman world comes this signet ring, a symbol of personal identity and status. The bronze ring features a deeply engraved eagle, the symbol of Jupiter and a representation of imperial power and divine authority. Such rings were used to seal documents, leaving an impression of the wearer's personal emblem in wax. The craftsmanship of the ring suggests it belonged to a person of considerable status, possibly a military officer or a member of the administrative elite. The eagle's wings are outstretched in a display of might, a potent insignia that would have conveyed the owner's allegiance and importance within the Roman hierarchy. This ring is not only a piece of ancient jewelry but also a token of the far-reaching influence of Roman civilization and its enduring legacies.

Ring Size:
US Size 9 (19.0 mm diameter)

Provenance:
Part of the Constantinos collection, Athens, acquired in the early 20th century.
Inherited by Eleni Constantinos, Thessaloniki, 1962.

Keywords:
Roman Empire, Bronze Ring, Signet Ring, Eagle Motif, Jupiter, Imperial Power, Ancient Jewelry, Personal Seal, Document Sealing, Military Significance, Administrative Elite, Craftsmanship, Antiquity, 2nd Century, 3rd Century, Historical Artifact, Roman Art, Archaeological Find, Identity Marker, Collector's Item.

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