{"product_id":"roman-silver-seal-ring-flavius-1st-3rd-c-ad-eu-53-us-6-5","title":"Roman Silver Seal Ring 'Flavius' (1st-3rd c. AD) EU 53\/US 6.5","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"624\"\u003eA Roman silver seal ring from the 1st–3rd century AD, engraved with two facing birds—symbols of harmony, loyalty, and divine protection. A finely balanced piece of early Imperial craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"641\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"644\"\u003eThis solid silver ring features an octagonal bezel with a shallow engraving of two facing birds, possibly doves or cranes. The geometric design and flat shoulders reflect early Imperial style, where simplicity and symbolism prevailed. Such motifs conveyed concordia—unity in partnership or faith—and were often chosen for personal seal rings used to stamp wax or clay. The silver surface shows natural age patina consistent with ancient wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003eMaterial: Silver\u003cbr data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003eDate: Roman, 1st–3rd Century AD\u003cbr data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003eRing Size: EU 53 \/ US 6.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003eCondition: Stable patina, light wear on engraving; bezel intact and clearly legible\u003cbr data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eProvenance: Private Belgian collection, acquired in the 1960s\u003cbr data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003eUnique Identifier: R-R-69-S\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eRestoration and Authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003eOffered in original, untouched condition with stable patina and no modern repairs. A Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003eIn Roman art, paired birds symbolized harmony, loyalty, and divine favor—especially in personal or marital contexts. Seal rings like this were common among merchants and provincial officials who used them for practical and symbolic purposes. The design’s balance of geometry and organic form reflects early Imperial aesthetics, bridging personal identity and Roman cultural ideals of concordia. Pieces of this type were widely worn across Gaul and Germania, regions known for fine provincial silverwork.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aurora Antiqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52985155256650,"sku":"R-R-69-S","price":800.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/IMG_7958.jpg?v=1759676730","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.store\/products\/roman-silver-seal-ring-flavius-1st-3rd-c-ad-eu-53-us-6-5","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}