194 - Roman Carnelian Gemstone of Hercules in Later Gold Ring. Circa 2nd century A.D. and later An oval intaglio engraved with the mature bearded profile head of Hercules, set within a substantial nineteenth-century gold ring. 13.21 grams, 26.27 mm overall, 20.34 x 20.81 mm internal diameter (approximate size British V, USA 10 1/2, Europe 23.77, Japan 22) (1 in.). [A video of this lot is available to view on TimeLine Auctions Website]

Roman Carnelian Gemstone of Hercules in Later Gold Ring. Circa 2nd century A.D. and later An oval intaglio engraved with the mature bearded profile head of Hercules, set within a substantial nineteenth-century gold ring. 13.21 grams, 26.27 mm overall, 20.34 x 20.81 mm internal diameter (approximate size British V, USA 10 1/2, Europe 23.77, Japan 22) (1 in.). [A video of this lot is available to view on TimeLine Auctions Website] Acquired on the European art market. UK, private collection. 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.