{"product_id":"roman-bronze-seal-ring-lucius-1st-4th-c-ce-eu-55-us-7-5","title":"Roman Bronze Seal Ring 'Lucius' (1st-4th c. CE) EU 55\/US 7.5","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis ancient Roman bronze seal ring, named 'Lucius,' dates to the 1st-4th century AD. Its round bezel is engraved with a pattern of incised lines-possibly tally marks or a unique personal symbol. Such motifs were widely used for sealing documents or as a mark of identity in the Roman provinces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Bronze with original green patina\u003cbr\u003eDate: Roman Imperial, 1st-4th century AD\u003cbr\u003eRing Size: EU 57 \/ US 8\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good, stable patina and crisp detail\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: From a private Belgian collection, acquired at auction in the 1960s\u003cbr\u003eUnique Identifier: R-R-43-B\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestoration and Authenticity:\u003cbr\u003eThis piece is preserved in its untouched state, showing natural aging and patina from centuries of burial and wear. For those who prefer a refreshed look, a professional restoration service is available, reviving original detail while respecting historical integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorical Context:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeal rings with geometric or tally-like motifs were common among Roman citizens and provincial officials, serving both practical and personal functions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aurora Antiqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51290124190026,"sku":"R-R-43-B","price":180.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/il_fullxfull.6917734644_3vjb.jpg?v=1753256059","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/roman-bronze-seal-ring-lucius-1st-4th-c-ce-eu-55-us-7-5","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}