{"product_id":"roman-bronze-ring-lucina-1st-4th-c-ce-engraved-bezel","title":"Roman Bronze Ring - 'Lucina' (ca. 1st–4th c. CE) EU 52 \/ US 6","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Roman bronze ring named 'Lucina', with crossed geometric grooves on a rectangular bezel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Engraving:\u003cbr\u003eCrossing diagonal grooves form an elongated X or lozenge on the rectangular plate, closed by chevrons at its ends with hatching in the outer fields. The incised device is interpreted as a stylised vulva; the one-piece ring has angular stepped shoulders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003eEra: Roman\u003cbr\u003eDating: ca. 1st–4th c. CE\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Bronze\u003cbr\u003eRing Size: EU 52 \/ US 6\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Heavy dark blackish patina with scattered reddish-brown spots and small green patches at the bezel junction; pale burial deposits packed into the grooves; moderate erosion and slight chipping at the bezel edges, hoop intact\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: Private collection of A.A., Copenhagen, Denmark.\u003cbr\u003eUnique Identifier: CR-608-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 attribution follows comparison of the flat rectangular bezel, broad hoop and stepped shoulders with Roman ring forms. The device was engraved after casting, as recorded on the object. Its stylised-vulva reading supplies an interpretation of the geometric design, while the particular purpose of the original wearer remains unknown.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe crossed lozenge-like device gives the broad rectangular bezel its distinctive pattern.\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":63875005874506,"sku":"CR-608-B","price":320.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/roman-bronze-ring-lucina-with-rectangular-bezel-engraved-with-a-crossed-lozenge-1.jpg?v=1791633850","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/roman-bronze-ring-lucina-1st-4th-c-ce-engraved-bezel","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}