greek silver ring, Hermes

Ring with bezel engraved with the god Hermes
Greece, 5th - 4th BC
Silver engraved

TDD 60
US 9
Excellent condition. Wearable.

Provenance : galerie Fabian de Montjoye, Paris

Hermes is standing in contrapposto. He is hanging his caduceus. His shoulder covered with a drapery which the falling is retained by his left arm.

In the ancient Greek religion, Hermes is considered the herald of the gods. He is also considered the protector of human heralds, travellers, thieves, merchants, and orators