{"product_id":"roman-silver-ring-marinus-1st-3rd-c-ce-carnelian-intaglio","title":"Roman Silver Ring - 'Marinus' (1st–3rd c. CE) EU 63.5 \/ US 10.5","description":"\u003cp\u003eA cast silver ring set with an oval carnelian intaglio, its vivid red-orange stone engraved with a figure that likely depicts Neptune seated upon a leaping dolphin, trident raised. 'Marinus' pairs the sober weight of Roman silver with the warm translucency of a well-preserved gem.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003eEra: Roman\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Silver (likely), set with carnelian\u003cbr\u003eRing Size: EU 63.5 \/ US 10.5\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Intact hoop with multi-tonal tarnish and fine wear across the shoulders; carnelian glossy and unchipped, sitting slightly proud of the collet\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: From a private Belgian collection, acquired between the 1960s and 1990s\u003cbr\u003eUnique Identifier: R-277-S\u003cbr\u003eAuthenticity: Comes with certificate of authenticity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition and Authenticity:\u003cbr\u003eOffered in its original and cleaned condition with no modern repairs. A Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistorical Context:\u003cbr\u003eSignet rings of this form, with an integral oval bezel and a coloured stone intaglio, were among the most personal objects of Roman daily life. They were pressed into wax to close letters and documents, and the choice of device often signalled devotion, profession or family identity. Neptune with dolphin and trident was a popular motif on Roman gems of the 1st–3rd century CE, possibly invoking safe passage by sea or the protection of the god over maritime affairs, though the specific meaning for any one wearer cannot be recovered.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhy This Piece?\u003cbr\u003eThe combination of a substantial silver hoop, a legible intaglio and a stone of striking colour makes 'Marinus' a compelling example of Roman glyptic craftsmanship for the collector of ancient jewellery.\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":63503437005130,"sku":"R-277-S","price":2400.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/roman-silver-ring-marinus-angled-view-of-engraved-carnelian-bezel-5.jpg?v=1789145630","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/roman-silver-ring-marinus-1st-3rd-c-ce-carnelian-intaglio","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}