{"product_id":"roman-bronze-ring-aquilarius-2nd-3rd-c-ce-raised-bezel","title":"Roman Bronze Ring - 'Aquilarius' (ca. 2nd–3rd c. CE) EU 50 \/ US 5.25","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Roman bronze ring named 'Aquilarius', with an engraved bird on a small raised circular bezel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Engraving:\u003cbr\u003eAn engraved bird occupies the raised circular bezel of a one-piece cast ring. Its outline is softened by wear; the dealer reads it as probably an eagle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003eEra: Roman\u003cbr\u003eDating: ca. 2nd–3rd c. CE\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Bronze\u003cbr\u003eRing Size: EU 50 \/ US 5.25\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Dark green-brown patina with pale buff earthen deposits caught in the engraved lines and across the hoop; the bird worn soft but its outline readable; hoop intact and even in profile\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: Private collection of A.A., Copenhagen, Denmark.\u003cbr\u003eUnique Identifier: CR-605-B\u003cbr\u003eAuthenticity: Comes with certificate of authenticity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRestoration and Authenticity:\u003cbr\u003eThis piece has been cleaned, but the patina has been left intact. For those who prefer a refreshed look, a professional restoration service is available, reviving original detail while respecting historical integrity.\u003cbr\u003eIf you’d like to book a restoration, simply add the restoration option along with your order or book it as the additional product in my shop.\u003cbr\u003eA Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistorical Context:\u003cbr\u003eThe one-piece raised-disc form provides the basis for comparison with Roman bird-device rings. The bird is read as probably an eagle. In Roman imagery, the eagle was associated with Jupiter and authority; this general association does not establish the ring's original wearer's role.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe engraved bird remains visible within the small raised circular face.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ancient-roman-rings\"\u003eRoman rings\u003c\/a\u003e from our collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aurora Antiqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63874974744906,"sku":"CR-605-B","price":380.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/roman-bronze-ring-aquilarius-with-raised-circular-bezel-engraved-with-a-bird-mos-1.jpg?v=1791633548","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/roman-bronze-ring-aquilarius-2nd-3rd-c-ce-raised-bezel","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}