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Roman, Imperial period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A wonderful glass intaglio featuring the portrait of a noble lady, set in an over 18 karat gold ring to be wearable. Shown in profile, the bust of the woman displays an upswept coiffure and shrouded shoulder, while the letters "PNR" surround her, probably referring to her name or title. The ovoid intaglio is mounted in a slightly raised bezel flanked by broad, pointed shoulders and a tapering band. Size of intaglio: 0.6" L x 0.4" W (1.5 cm x 1 cm); of ring: 1" L x 0.9" W (2.5 cm x 2.3 cm); US ring size: 8.25; gold quality: 77.3% (over 18 karats); weight: 7.5 grams

Provenance: private London, UK collection; ex-R.U. collection, London, UK, acquired prior to 2000

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#190699

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  • Chipping to edges of glass intaglio, but imagery is still clear. Otherwise, ring and intaglio are intact, wearable, and in very nice condition with good remaining detail.

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January 9, 2025 8:00 AM MST
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