Gem-set rings served not only as personal adornment but also as visible symbols of rank and prosperity
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This stunning necklace brings together the most rare and prized gemstones of the ancient world
these stones conveyed a balance between the warmth of life and the clarity of the divine
Dimensions: Necklace length: 15 1/4 inches (38
A fine Roman Gold and Sardonyx Cameo Finger Ring, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE Vessels Gem-set rings served not onlyThis tiny gold finger ring set with an exquisite sardonyx intaglio engraved with a bird. The artist masterfully carved the stone to highlight the bird, standing but facing behind itself with tail artfully extended, in the reddish brown top layer of the stone against the white lower layer. Dimensions: US ring size 6 (UK=L 1 2, DE=17, CH=11, FR=51. 9, EU=51. 9, JP=11). Bezel length: 1. 1 cm (0. 4 inch) Condition: The ancient gold ring partially dented,