A Roman Gold Ring Set With A Red Jasper Intaglio Depicting The Bust Of Mercury.
Intaglio 9 x 11 mm
TDD EU ≈ 60 – weight 7.53 g.
Roman art, 1st–2nd century
Gold ring with a domed oval bezel set with a red jasper intaglio engraved with the bust of Mercury in left-facing profile, the caduceus raised behind his shoulder. The solid gold band, with shoulders tapering toward a wide and tall setting, is typical of Roman jewelry from the early Empire—generously sized on the finger and designed for everyday wear.
Iconography and Symbolism
Mercury, the Roman god of commerce, travelers, and eloquence, and messenger of the gods, is recognized by his caduceus, the staff entwined with serpents; as the patron of trade and profit, he provided a particularly fitting motif for a businessman’s personal seal.
TDD EU ≈ 60 – weight 7.53 g.
Roman art, 1st–2nd century
Gold ring with a domed oval bezel set with a red jasper intaglio engraved with the bust of Mercury in left-facing profile, the caduceus raised behind his shoulder. The solid gold band, with shoulders tapering toward a wide and tall setting, is typical of Roman jewelry from the early Empire—generously sized on the finger and designed for everyday wear.
Iconography and Symbolism
Mercury, the Roman god of commerce, travelers, and eloquence, and messenger of the gods, is recognized by his caduceus, the staff entwined with serpents; as the patron of trade and profit, he provided a particularly fitting motif for a businessman’s personal seal.
2 200 €
Period: Before 16th century
Style: Rome and Antic Greece
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Gold
Reference (ID): 1808052
Availability: In stock
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