3rd-4th century A.D. A gold ringposed of two slender hoops, openwork shoulders with single granule to each, expanded bezels set with oval carnelian gemstones bearing clasped hands motifs. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 180, for type. 6.02 grams, 21.53 mm overall, 17.92 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13) (3/4 in."). German art market, 1990s. Mr A.H., a North American collector living in the UK.Condition Report: Fine condition.