2nd-3rd century AD. A silver ring with expanding hoop, rounded shoulders and ellipsoid plate, raised bezel with incised inscription '?????? ?????????' for 'Happiness Eracliane!'. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, items 228-229, for type. 7.78 grams, 26.26mm overall, 19.68 x 12.00mm internal diameter (approximate size British F 1/2, USA 3, Europe 4.3, Japan 4) (1"). Property of a gentleman from Vienna; from his private collection formed since 1970. The ring belongs to the type V of the Ruseva-Slokoska classification. The inscription engraved on the plaque incorporated into the shield contain the name of the owner (Heraclianus), and a very common expression of health and good wishes. This kind of rings were usually associated with the religious beliefs and customs of the population inside the various imperial provinces. [No Reserve] For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price