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Roman Bronze Ring with Carnelian Intaglio Bust – “Faustina” (2nd–3rd century AD) – EU 52 / US 6.25
  • Roman Bronze Ring with Carnelian Intaglio Bust – “Faustina” (2nd–3rd century AD) – EU 52 / US 6.25
  • Roman Bronze Ring with Carnelian Intaglio Bust – “Faustina” (2nd–3rd century AD) – EU 52 / US 6.25
  • Roman Bronze Ring with Carnelian Intaglio Bust – “Faustina” (2nd–3rd century AD) – EU 52 / US 6.25
  • Roman Bronze Ring with Carnelian Intaglio Bust – “Faustina” (2nd–3rd century AD) – EU 52 / US 6.25
  • Roman Bronze Ring with Carnelian Intaglio Bust – “Faustina” (2nd–3rd century AD) – EU 52 / US 6.25
  • Roman Bronze Ring with Carnelian Intaglio Bust – “Faustina” (2nd–3rd century AD) – EU 52 / US 6.25
  • Roman Bronze Ring with Carnelian Intaglio Bust – “Faustina” (2nd–3rd century AD) – EU 52 / US 6.25
  • Roman Bronze Ring with Carnelian Intaglio Bust – “Faustina” (2nd–3rd century AD) – EU 52 / US 6.25
  • Roman Bronze Ring with Carnelian Intaglio Bust – “Faustina” (2nd–3rd century AD) – EU 52 / US 6.25
  • Roman Bronze Ring with Carnelian Intaglio Bust – “Faustina” (2nd–3rd century AD) – EU 52 / US 6.25
Roman Bronze Ring with Carnelian Intaglio Bust – “Faustina” (2nd–3rd century AD) – EU 52 / US 6.25

Roman Bronze Ring with Carnelian Intaglio Bust – “Faustina” (2nd–3rd century AD) – EU 52 / US 6.25

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€680,00

Material:

  • Bronze

Era:

  • Roman

Rarity:

  • Super rare
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Description

A Roman bronze ring with a broad hoop and fluted shoulders supporting an oval bezel set with a carnelian intaglio. The engraved gemstone depicts a female bust in profile facing right, shown with stylised hair and wearing a wreath or diadem above draped garments. The intaglio is cut in the classical Roman glyptic tradition and was intended to function as a personal seal when pressed into wax. Rings of this type combined decorative appeal with practical use in everyday administrative life.

Details
Material: Bronze with carnelian intaglio
Date: Roman, 2nd–3rd century AD
Ring Size: EU 52 / US 6.25
Provenance: Private Belgian collection, assembled before the 1960s
Unique Identifier: R-177-B
Condition: Good, with stable patina and minor wear to the intaglio consistent with age

Restoration and Authenticity
Offered in original, untouched condition with stable patina and no modern repairs.
A Certificate of Authenticity is included.

Historical Context
Gemstone intaglios were widely used throughout the Roman Empire as personal seals and items of jewellery. Carnelian was especially favored because its hardness allowed detailed engraving while producing clear impressions in wax. Female busts on Roman gems often represented goddesses, imperial women, or personifications associated with virtue, prosperity, or divine protection. Such rings were worn by a broad range of individuals across the empire, serving both as functional sealing tools and as expressions of personal identity and cultural affiliation.
Care

To maintain the beauty and integrity of your purchase, we recommend treating it with care. Simple maintenance practices, such as gentle washing and proper storage, can effectively preserve the longevity of your favorites. We encourage you to refer to the care instructions included with each item, designed to help you keep your purchase in top condition.
Authenticity

Each artifact we offer has been carefully examined by qualified professionals to ensure its authenticity. Our assessment considers historical style, craftsmanship, materials, and the wider typology of comparable pieces.

Because historical scholarship evolves, we offer a lifelong authenticity guarantee: if two independent, accredited laboratories ever determine that an item is not genuine, we will refund you in full.
What size is this ring?

The EU size of this ring is: 52

The US size of this ring is: 6.25


You can find information about ring sizes and how to determine your own, here.
Delivery Times & Processing

We prepare and ship most orders within 2–5 business days.

Delivery times depend on your location:

  • EU orders: usually arrive within 1–5 business days.
  • Non-EU orders: shipping typically takes 3–14 business days once dispatched.
  • Export documents: Some antiquities require official export paperwork before shipping, which can take 2–8 weeks depending on the item and the issuing authority.

All orders are fully insured and you will receive tracking information as soon as your shipment is on its way.

Provenance and authenticity documentation available for every piece.

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