3rd century AD. A silver finger ring comprising a tapering D-section hoop, flared shoulders and ellipsoid bezel, inset haematite cloison with intaglio profile bust of Socrates(?"). Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 212 for type. 10 grams, 26mm overall, 18.51mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q 1/2, USA 8 1/4, Europe 18.12, Japan 17) (1"). Property of a Wirral, UK, collector; acquired from Bron Lipkin of Collector Antiquities, London; accompanied by a copy of the original invoice. Fine condition.