ROMAN SIGNET OR MYSTICAL RING, 1ST-3RD CENTURY AD, SIZE 8 1/2 7 1/2 Crisp detail

Crisp detail

6mm bandwidth

Gilt bronze with scalloped edge raised round bezel

An early Christian ring

The surface with a meandering random pattern which appears to result form stress or heat treating

ROMAN SIGNET OR MYSTICAL RING, 1ST-3RD CENTURY AD, SIZE 8 1/2 7 1/2 Crisp detailGilt bronze, size 8 1 2. 3. 7mm rounded face band flaring to the oval bezel which is inscribed with a double saltire flanked by double bands. These ordinarily are cut with random marks to serve as a signet, representing the owners signature. This example had specifically crafted ciphers as found on the rings of sorcerers (seers), known in ancient Rome as augurs. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored. Jewelry gift boxed with