MINERVA

3rd century AD. A silver finger ring comprising a keeled tapering hoop, plaque with beaded collar inset a possibly later gilt panel with standing Minerva (Greek Athena) figure. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 181. 13.05 grams, 26.39mm overall, 18.26mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 8, Europe 17.15, Japan 16) (1"). From a Wirral, UK, collection; previously the property of a London, UK collector; acquired London market in the 1990s. Very fine condition.