ca. 100–300 AD. Roman. A beautiful gold ring with a circular band, slightly flared shoulders, and a circular bezel set with an emerald gemstone; the beautiful intaglio portrays a figure in left profile; fully wearable condition, repaired. The item has undergone X-ray fluorescence analysis to confirm the metallurgical content suggesting its ancient origin and lack of modern trace elements. This analysis will accompany the purchase.Provenance: From an old British collection formed in the 1990s; previously acquired in Germany.Size: D: 17.45mm / US: 7 1/4 / UK: O 1/2; 5.2g