2nd-3rd century AD. A bronze finger ring with hexagonal plaque and pointillé outlining, inset elliptical carnelian cloison with intaglio figure of Minerva in profile standing with spear, helmet and shield. Cf. Reva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 195, for type. 4.42 grams, 20.45mm overall, 16.97mm internal diameter (approximate size British M 1.2, A 6 1/2, Europe 13.09, Japan 12 3/4) (7/8"). German collection before 2000. Collection of Mr D.H., formed in UK, from the EU art market. Property of a Surrey gentleman.