{"product_id":"roman-carnelian-intaglio-ring-of-minerva-in-victorian-gold-mount-minerva-2nd-3rd-ce-mount-19th-ce-eu-61-us-8-75","title":"Roman Gold Intaglio Ring 'Minerva' (2nd-3rd CE) EU 61\/US 8.75","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"663\"\u003eThis ring unites an authentic Roman carnelian intaglio with a finely made Victorian high carat gold setting. The hexagonal gemstone is engraved with the standing figure of Minerva, helmeted and holding spear and shield, cut in a confident linear style intended for use as a functional seal. The ancient gem is precisely fitted into an openwork bezel with scrolling shoulders and gold pellets, reflecting refined 19th century historicist taste. The setting was designed to present and preserve the Roman engraving without alteration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003eDetails\u003cbr data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"675\"\u003eMaterial: High carat gold with Roman carnelian intaglio\u003cbr data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"733\"\u003eDate: Roman Imperial gem, 2nd–3rd century CE; gold mount, 19th century CE\u003cbr data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"809\"\u003eRing Size: EU 61 \/ US 8.75\u003cbr data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"838\"\u003eWeight: 8 g\u003cbr data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eProvenance: London ancient art collector, formerly in a Mayfair private collection, acquired on the UK art market since the 1970s\u003cbr data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"984\"\u003eUnique Identifier: R-143-G\u003cbr data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003eCondition: Very good, with crisp intaglio carving and a well preserved historic gold mount\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003eRestoration and Authenticity\u003cbr data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003eOffered in original, untouched condition with stable patina and no modern repairs.\u003cbr data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003eA Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1789\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003cbr data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eIntaglios depicting Minerva were favored in the Roman world by soldiers, administrators, and educated elites, reflecting ideals of wisdom, strategy, and protection. Such gemstones served as personal seals and symbols of authority in daily life. In the 19th century, collectors often remounted ancient intaglios in high quality gold settings, valuing them as both classical artworks and prestigious personal objects. This ring illustrates the continued appreciation of Roman glyptic art across centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aurora Antiqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53669439799626,"sku":"R-143-G","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/IMG_9600.jpg?v=1766946486","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.store\/products\/roman-carnelian-intaglio-ring-of-minerva-in-victorian-gold-mount-minerva-2nd-3rd-ce-mount-19th-ce-eu-61-us-8-75","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}