Fine good Ancient Roman Ring C.2nd-mid 4th C. AD, Size 8 1/2

Size 8 1/2, gilt bronze with 3.4mm ridged face band flaring to the shoulders. Oval bezel with flat face inscribed with abstracted hippocampus, the mythological sea monster with the fore part of a horse and rear half of elongated aquatic form. See Ancient Rings p.80 for two ADditional examples. Possibly a good signet ring. Crisp preservation with light surface texture from burial. Small original casting flaw as made and used, the 24karat gold surface restored. See the reference image which shows the process. Jewelry gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity.