ROMAN PROSTITUTE'S RING, C.100-300 AD, SIZE 3 04/22/2025 8mm width of oval form

8mm width of oval form

Gilt bronze with original blue “stone” probably glass

Made with a core filling the inside which distributed the flowing metal and allowed for slower cooling

Line bordered oval bezel cut with a series of dots and bands to serve as a signet

Exceptional quality reserved for family of high status and financial means

ROMAN PROSTITUTE'S RING, C.100-300 AD, SIZE 3 04/22/2025 8mm width of oval formGilt bronze, size 3 for a very small finger. Rounded face band, 2. 0mm width. Stepped and expanded edge bezel with the center of pyramid form superficially imitating a gemstone and blatantly advertising the intentions of the wearer. Roman prostitutes were typically adolescents, largely slaves. Prostitution was practiced openly with brothels sometimes sharing doors with libraries. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored.