circa 1st – 2nd century AD
This delicate ancient Roman ring is crafted in solid 21.09 Kt gold. The ring is set with an oval cabochon cut garnet engraved with the goddess Minerva wearing a plumed helmet and a flowing tunic. She is carrying a shield and a spear. Minerva is the ancient goddess of wisdom, arts, justice, commerce and strategy.
The garnet intaglio measures 9 x 7 mm (3/8 x 5/16 in.)
Approximate ring size 7 – 7.25 (16 x 19 mm) resizable
Metal analysis: 87.91% gold, 9.86% silver, 2.22% copper.
Weight is 3.63 grams
The ring is in impeccable condition with just some very light wear to the garnet not visible to a naked eye.
