ca. 100–300 AD. Roman. A solid silver ring with a circular band, flared shoulders, and applied oval bezel set with a cabochon red gem; the beautiful intaglio depicts a standing male figure in left profile holding a shield and a trident; the trident is the weapon of Poseidon, or Neptune, the God of the Sea in Classical mythology; excellent condition, fully wearable.Provenance: From the private collection of a Central London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market before 2000.Size: D: 19.3mm / US: 9 3/8 / UK: S 1/2; 5.95g