Ancient gold finger-ring set with a garnet. Roman, 3rd century AD.

An Ancient gold finger-ring set with a garnet.

Roman, 3rd century AD.

Ring size H UK / 4 US.

Weighs 6.35 grams.

The ring comprises a heavy solid gold hoop tapering from a narrow back to a broader bezel, set with a dark red cabochon garnet.

A similar ring can be found in the collection of the British Museum, London, Registration number: 1872,0604.192.