Gold finger ring, Late Imperial, 3rd century , Roman, Gold, 1/2 × 3/4 in. ( × cm), Gold and Silver, This impressive

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Gold finger ring, Late Imperial, 3rd century , Roman, Gold, 1/2 × 3/4 in. ( × cm), Gold and Silver, 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 jewelry

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Size: 4222px × 3270px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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