430, Lot: 678. Estimate $1500. Sold for $2000. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

Gold finger ring with carnelian intaglio. Roman, 3rd-4th centuries AD. Ring with tapering band decorated with an openwork spiral pattern. Bezel set with carnelian intaglio depicting a standing Minerva/Athena holding shield and spear. Interior diameter: 24mm; weight: 12.05g. Intact but with some wear on band. An ornate and heavy specimen.