1st-2nd century AD. A gold ring with red carnelian cabochon with scorpion motif; set in a later sympathetic gold ring with flat-section hoop. 3.72 grams, 24.75mm overall, 20.21mm internal diameter (approximate size British V, USA 10 1/2, Europe 23.77, Japan 22) (1"). Property of a West Essex gentleman; formerly in a 1980s private collection.