{"product_id":"roman-bronze-ring-hesperia-2nd-4th-c-ce-monogram-bezel","title":"Roman Bronze Ring - 'Hesperia' (ca. 2nd–4th c. CE) EU 47 \/ US 4","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Roman bronze ring named 'Hesperia', with a monogram of crossed strokes on a small raised disc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Motif:\u003cbr\u003eA central upright and two horizontal strokes, with short serifs, compose the monogram on the raised disc bezel. Broad flat shoulders taper to a lenticular hoop; the precise letters remain uncertain.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003eEra: Roman\u003cbr\u003eDating: ca. 2nd–4th c. CE\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Bronze\u003cbr\u003eRing Size: EU 47 \/ US 4\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Dark olive and brown patina with scattered green copper salts; the monogram softened by wear, its surviving strokes and serifs distinguishable; hoop and bezel intact\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: Private collection of A.A., Copenhagen, Denmark.\u003cbr\u003eUnique Identifier: CR-601-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 small raised disc and broad flat shoulders can be compared with Guiraud type 3e and Riha types 2.4 and 2.5. Monogram designs combine strokes into a compact letter-sign, and the device here was identified as a Greek monogram on the object. Its individual letters and a personal name remain unresolved.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe compact monogram and broad shoulders give this small ring a clear, angular silhouette.\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":63874993488202,"sku":"CR-601-B","price":380.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/roman-bronze-signet-ring-hesperia-with-small-raised-disc-bezel-engraved-with-a-m-1.jpg?v=1791633740","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/roman-bronze-ring-hesperia-2nd-4th-c-ce-monogram-bezel","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}