ROMAN SIGNET RING, 2ND-5TH CENTURY AD, SIZE 8 1/2 12 1/4 19th century

19th century

Ring size 9

2mm rounded face band with flared shoulders

6mm band roped in the full round surmounted by a line bordered diamond bezel engraved with a six point Star of Bethlehem

and thought to bring good fortune and ensure safety

ROMAN SIGNET RING, 2ND-5TH CENTURY AD, SIZE 8 1/2 12 1/4 19th centuryGood quality with 1. 6mm rounded face band flaring to the shoulders. Oval bezel cut with five marks, (some wear from use) serving as a signet which identified the owner and could be used to seal legal matters. (In Ben Hur, the title character identifies himself by stamping Messalas tablet with his ring which bears the signet of Quintus Arrius.) Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored for contemporary wear. Jewelry gift box