{"product_id":"late-roman-bronze-ring-solinus-3rd-5th-ce-eu-49-us-5","title":"Late Roman Bronze Ring 'Solinus' (3rd-5th CE) EU 49\/US 5","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-692f4a5d-55c0-8327-94d4-ffa46ffec023-0\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-40\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"b8cdb385-1cc7-42d9-bd43-a010414364d3\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"604\"\u003eThis late Roman bronze ring features a thick solid hoop and an integrally cast oval bezel engraved with a symmetrical radiating linear motif. The freehand incision shows slight variation in depth and spacing, suggesting individual workmanship rather than standardized production. The abstract star or sun like design lacks formal heraldic structure and aligns with apotropaic symbolism common in Late Antique personal adornment. The surface displays a stable burial patina consistent with age and long term wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"894\"\u003eDetails\u003cbr data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"616\"\u003eMaterial: Bronze\u003cbr data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eDate: Late Roman to Early Post Roman, 3rd–5th century CE\u003cbr data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"694\"\u003eRing Size: EU 49 \/ US 5\u003cbr data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"720\"\u003eProvenance: Old European private collection, formed mid 20th century\u003cbr data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eUnique Identifier: R-138-B\u003cbr data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"820\"\u003eCondition: Very good with stable ancient patina and light age related wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eRestoration and Authenticity\u003cbr data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"927\"\u003eThis piece is preserved in its untouched state, showing natural aging and patina from centuries of burial and wear. For those who prefer a refreshed look, a professional restoration service is available, reviving original detail while respecting historical integrity.\u003cbr data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1197\"\u003eIf you’d like to book a restoration, simply add the restoration option along with your order or book it as the additional product in my shop.\u003cbr data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003eA Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1873\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003cbr data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eIn the Late Roman and early post Roman periods, rings often carried abstract and radiating motifs rather than explicit figural imagery. Such symbols were commonly interpreted as protective or apotropaic signs linked to light, order, or personal safeguarding. Bronze rings of this form were worn by civilians and soldiers across the Roman provinces. They reflect a transitional period in which symbolic continuity outlasted changing political and religious structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aurora Antiqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53608225603914,"sku":"R-138-B","price":210.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/IMG_9439.jpg?v=1765908741","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.store\/products\/late-roman-bronze-ring-solinus-3rd-5th-ce-eu-49-us-5","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}