156 - Roman Silver Ring with Carnelian Gemstone of Mating Pigs. 2nd century A.D. Comprising a keeled hoop with wide shoulders, set with a carnelian intaglio engraved with two copulating pigs with a third one shown on the sow's back. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 272, for type. 9.44 grams, 24.60 mm overall, 19.12 x 13.03 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H 1/2, USA 4, Europe 6.81, Japan 6) (1 in.). [A video of this lot is available to view on TimeLine Auctions Website]

Roman Silver Ring with Carnelian Gemstone of Mating Pigs. 2nd century A.D. Comprising a keeled hoop with wide shoulders, set with a carnelian intaglio engraved with two copulating pigs with a third one shown on the sow's back. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 272, for type. 9.44 grams, 24.60 mm overall, 19.12 x 13.03 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H 1/2, USA 4, Europe 6.81, Japan 6) (1 in.). [A video of this lot is available to view on TimeLine Auctions Website] Private collection, London. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.13532-263672. The type belongs to variant 4, type 1, of the Roman iron rings in the Ruseva-Slokoska classification. Ellipsoid shield-bezels with conically cut gemstones are typical of the 2nd century A.D. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.