Roman "Mercury" Intaglio Signet Ring

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Roman "Mercury" Intaglio Signet Ring

$1,500.00

Description

DATE: Intaglio: 2nd Century AD - Ring: Contemporary in Georgian Style

This fantastic signet ring has been set with an ancient Roman intaglio, depicting the god Mercury. Mercury is often depicted holding the caduceus in his left hand, similar to his Greek equivalent Hermes.

The caduceus symbol is identified with thieves, merchants, and messengers, and Mercury is said to have ruled over wealth, good fortune and fertility. The caduceus symbol originated when Mercury once attempted to stop a fight between two snakes by throwing his rod at them, whereupon they twined themselves around the rod, and the symbol was created. Ring mount crafted in 22k yellow gold.

STONES

Carnelian intaglio

MEASUREMENTS

Head: 1.5 x 1.2cm

Rise off finger: 4.5mm

Width of band: 2.9mm

WEIGHT

8.1g

MARKS

No marks present, tests as 22k gold

CONDITION

Very good, light wear commensurate with age