Gold finger ring 3rd century Roman This impressive ring was used as a betrothal or wedding band—a tradition that only became firmly established in the third century The small size of the hoop suggests that it was given to a young fiancée or bride, but its weight implies that the couple was able to afford valuable pieces of gold Gold finger ring. Roman. 3rd century Gold. Late Imperial. Gold and Silver

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