2nd-3rd century AD. A gold ring with D-section hollow gold hoop expanding at the shoulders, large discoid bezel set with carnelian gemstone, intaglio image of a youthful maiden in profile with dressed hair. See Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 200, for type.2.01 grams, 22.45mm overall, 19.28mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16) (1"). Ex Abelita family collection, 1970s-2000s.