Roman Agate Intaglio of Minerva in Gold Ring

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May 1, 2025

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• Lot Description
  Roman, Imperial period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE; Europe, Neoclassical period, ca. 19th century CE. Cradled in a Neoclassical gold setting, this ring features a Roman agate intaglio of luminous white, a window into antiquity. The scene reveals Minerva, the goddess of wisdom and strategic warfare, standing with divine poise. Her helmet speaks of battles and tactics, while the spear and wreath she holds symbolize her readiness and strength. This gem, with its delicate carving, captures not only the goddess's power but also the artistry of an era where deities were both revered and rendered with exquisite skill. It's a tangible connection to the Roman world, where mythology and craftsmanship intertwined to create objects of enduring beauty and significance. Size of intaglio: 0.6" L x 0.5" W (1.5 cm x 1.3 cm); of ring: 0.9" Diameter (2.3 cm); US ring size: 6.5; gold quality: 76.7% (18.4 karats); weight: 8 grams
  
  Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, strategic warfare, and crafts, held a place of high importance in Roman society and its artistic representations. Often equated with the Greek Athena, she was a central figure in the Capitoline Triad alongside Jupiter and Juno. Depictions of Minerva in Roman art commonly portray her as a dignified and powerful figure. She is frequently shown wearing a helmet, symbolizing her association with warfare and strategic thinking. She often carries a spear, representing her readiness for battle, and sometimes a shield or a wreath. These attributes emphasize her roles as both a protector and a symbol of victory and honor. As an important Roman goddess, she was highly revered, honored, and respected.
  
  Provenance: ex-T.F. Holy Lands collection, formed since the 1960s
  
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  #193234

  Condition

  Ancient intaglio set in Neoclassical gold ring to be wearable. Some light abrasions to surface of gem, but imagery is still clear. Otherwise, both ring and intaglio are intact and in excellent overall condition.
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