ROMAN AMETHYST INTAGLIO OF THREE STALKS OF WHEAT, A SYMBOL OF CERES

Ca. AD 100 - 200. An amethyst intaglio engraved with three bound stalks of wheat, a symbol of Ceres. Set in a hallmarked 18K gold ring with a circular bezel bordered by twisted wire and flanked by scroll shoulders, with the double hoop continuing from the setting. Size: D:18.75mm / US: 8 3/4 / UK: R; Weight: 5.3g Provenance: Private London collection; acquired in Germany; formerly with S.T. collection, Switzerland, 1980s-2000s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Stima:€596.95

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