2nd-3rd century AD. A gold ring with round-section hoop expanding at the shoulders, tall bezel, domed on the underside, set with a red carnelian gemstone with intaglio motif of a male bust in profile with dressed beard and wearing a small cap. 5.37 grams, 24.93mm overall, 20.09mm internal diameter (approximate size British P, USA 7 1/2, Europe 16.23, Japan 15) (1"). Property of a West Essex gentleman; formerly in a 1980s private collection.