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Gold Signet Ring

Gold Signet Ring

Roman

The gold hoop of the ring is in the shape of joined beads. A garnet intaglio is inset in an oval bezel. The gem depicts a man standing right, wearing a helmet, cloak, and tunic, perhaps representing the god Mars.

Gold

Roman Imperial period, Late

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