Roman Gold Ring with Garnet Intaglio of a Sphinx
Date: c. 1st - 2nd Century A.D.
Weight: 5.76 grams
Size: 3.5 (U.S.) / F 1/2 (U.K.)
History of the Artifact
A Solid gold ring featuring a thick hollow-formed shank with a carinated outer profile, tapering slightly toward the rear. The bezel is set with a garnet cabochon, carefully engraved in intaglio with a depiction of a winged sphinx standing on a baseline, the mythological creature rendered in profile with clearly defined wings and leonine body.
The ring’s sculptural shape and refined proportions are typical of early Imperial Roman jewelry, with the high-profile bezel allowing the intaglio to function both decoratively and potentially as a personal seal. The sphinx—a figure with a lion’s body and human head—was a popular motif in Roman art, often evoking themes of mystery, wisdom, and protection.
A fine example of Roman craftsmanship combining utility, mythological symbolism, and opulence in a single object.
Authenticity
Ancient Artifacts guarantees the Authenticity of items sold through a three layer system of protection:
- Ancient Artifacts exclusively sources artifacts from trusted and reputable antique distributors, many of whom have been selling Artifacts for decades.
- Next, the Artifact is inspected by an expert team member, who is professionally trained in counterfeit detection After the artifact passes inspection, the Certificate of Authenticity is signed and the Artifact is packaged.
- Finally, Ancient Artifacts gives an additional layer of protection by promising a full refund with no questions asked, in the extremely unlikely event that a counterfeit slips through our vetting process.
Your order will include:
- Roman Ring as seen in photos
- Certificate of Authenticity
Ancient Artifacts relics are guaranteed authentic and have a 100% money back policy. Read more about our Mission and Promise for authenticity.
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Roman Gold Ring with Garnet Intaglio of a Sphinx
Roman Gold Ring with Garnet Intaglio of a Sphinx
Date: c. 1st - 2nd Century A.D.
Weight: 5.76 grams
Size: 3.5 (U.S.) / F 1/2 (U.K.)
History of the Artifact
A Solid gold ring featuring a thick hollow-formed shank with a carinated outer profile, tapering slightly toward the rear. The bezel is set with a garnet cabochon, carefully engraved in intaglio with a depiction of a winged sphinx standing on a baseline, the mythological creature rendered in profile with clearly defined wings and leonine body.
The ring’s sculptural shape and refined proportions are typical of early Imperial Roman jewelry, with the high-profile bezel allowing the intaglio to function both decoratively and potentially as a personal seal. The sphinx—a figure with a lion’s body and human head—was a popular motif in Roman art, often evoking themes of mystery, wisdom, and protection.
A fine example of Roman craftsmanship combining utility, mythological symbolism, and opulence in a single object.
Authenticity
Ancient Artifacts guarantees the Authenticity of items sold through a three layer system of protection:
- Ancient Artifacts exclusively sources artifacts from trusted and reputable antique distributors, many of whom have been selling Artifacts for decades.
- Next, the Artifact is inspected by an expert team member, who is professionally trained in counterfeit detection After the artifact passes inspection, the Certificate of Authenticity is signed and the Artifact is packaged.
- Finally, Ancient Artifacts gives an additional layer of protection by promising a full refund with no questions asked, in the extremely unlikely event that a counterfeit slips through our vetting process.
Your order will include:
- Roman Ring as seen in photos
- Certificate of Authenticity
Ancient Artifacts relics are guaranteed authentic and have a 100% money back policy. Read more about our Mission and Promise for authenticity.
Original: $3,800.00
-65%$3,800.00
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Description
Date: c. 1st - 2nd Century A.D.
Weight: 5.76 grams
Size: 3.5 (U.S.) / F 1/2 (U.K.)
History of the Artifact
A Solid gold ring featuring a thick hollow-formed shank with a carinated outer profile, tapering slightly toward the rear. The bezel is set with a garnet cabochon, carefully engraved in intaglio with a depiction of a winged sphinx standing on a baseline, the mythological creature rendered in profile with clearly defined wings and leonine body.
The ring’s sculptural shape and refined proportions are typical of early Imperial Roman jewelry, with the high-profile bezel allowing the intaglio to function both decoratively and potentially as a personal seal. The sphinx—a figure with a lion’s body and human head—was a popular motif in Roman art, often evoking themes of mystery, wisdom, and protection.
A fine example of Roman craftsmanship combining utility, mythological symbolism, and opulence in a single object.
Authenticity
Ancient Artifacts guarantees the Authenticity of items sold through a three layer system of protection:
- Ancient Artifacts exclusively sources artifacts from trusted and reputable antique distributors, many of whom have been selling Artifacts for decades.
- Next, the Artifact is inspected by an expert team member, who is professionally trained in counterfeit detection After the artifact passes inspection, the Certificate of Authenticity is signed and the Artifact is packaged.
- Finally, Ancient Artifacts gives an additional layer of protection by promising a full refund with no questions asked, in the extremely unlikely event that a counterfeit slips through our vetting process.
Your order will include:
- Roman Ring as seen in photos
- Certificate of Authenticity
Ancient Artifacts relics are guaranteed authentic and have a 100% money back policy. Read more about our Mission and Promise for authenticity.
