#roman jewelry

[ancientcharm]

Roman bracelets and rings in the shape of snake.

1st-3rd century imperial time

[blueiscoool]

ROMAN GARNET INTAGLIO IN GOLD RING Ca. 1-200 AD

[butterlaneantiques]

Roman "Asclepius & Hygeia" Carnelian Intaglio Signet Ring

A fascinating antique signet ring with an ancient Roman intaglio. The carnelian agate intaglio depicts two Greek gods- Asclepius, the god of medicine and Hygeia, his daughter and goddess of health. Asclepius carries a snake-entwined staff, while facing his daughter. The ring mount is crafted in solid 18 karat yellow gold.

Asclepius was the son of Apollo and mortal princess Coronis. His name- literally meaning "to cut open" as he was born by caesarean section. He was married to Epione, the goddess of pain relief and healing. Her name comes from the Greek word "epios", which means "soothing". They together had a number of children, including Hygiea. Asclepius was given to the Centaur Chiron, the wisest of all centaurs, who raised him and taught him medicine and the healing arts. Legend has it, at some point along the way, Asclepius healed a snake, which in return taught him secret knowledge... Snakes were considered divine beings that were wise and could heal and this is how his symbol came along.

Hygeia's (hygiene) classical symbol was a bowl containing a medicinal potion with the serpent of wisdom consuming it. This is the same serpent of wisdom, which appears on the staff of Aesculapius. She played an important part in her father's cult, while her father was more directly associated with healing, she was associated with the prevention of sickness and the continuation of good health.

[jazmatazzzzzz]

✪ Royalty ✪

[ineffable-inspirations]

A gold Romano-British ring set with an amethyst intaglio of a winged figure riding a lion.

This ring is part of a hoard of late-Roman gold jewellery and silver tableware found near Thetford, Norfolk, in 1979.

[mariamilani]

Ancient Roman Jewelry

The Ancient Roman Jewelry: Ancient roman jewelry, Roman glass and other luxury items like rings, necklaces, broaches and bracelets reached particular splendor during the Augustan age. The art of Roman jewellery was influenced by the multi-ethnic development of their society including various metal and stone working techniques learned from the Etruscans and aesthetic designs of the Greeks.

[zegalba]

A Roman "hologram" effect ring found in the grave of 1st century AD noblewoman, Aebutia Quarta.

The ring is thought to depict her son, Titus Carvilius Gemello, who passed away at age of 18. Found at the Grottaferrata necropolis close to Rome.

[ancientcharm]

Among the latest discoveries in Pompeii:

A house with a private bathhouse , complete with hot, warm and cold rooms, and a plunge pool.

In a room were found the skeletons of a woman of about 40 years and a man of about 20 as well a pair of gold and natural pearl earrings.

The wonderful Pompeian red on the walls

Frescoes, various valuable objects, and gold coins.

Pompeii Parco Archeologico

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[blueiscoool]

ROMAN EMERALD INTAGLIO WITH FORTUNA IN GOLD RING Ca. 200-300 AD

An oval-shaped emerald intaglio that is engraved with a depiction of a standing figure of the goddess Fortuna set in a Victorian period gold ring formed of a round-section rod that is elegantly shaped, giving it a striking appearance. Fortuna, who is one of the most revered goddesses in Roman mythology was the goddess of fortune and luck, and she was believed to bring success and prosperity to those who worshipped her. She was often depicted as a standing figure, holding a cornucopia in one hand and a rudder in the other. The cornucopia symbolized abundance, while the rudder symbolized her control over destiny. The goddess was worshipped by people from all walks of life, including emperors, soldiers, and merchants, who sought her blessings for their endeavors.

[cricketcat9]

No, honestly, what’s with the shrimp?!

obsessed with whichever ancient roman was out there walking around with a ring with a fish and shrimp on it

[cornificia]

How I wished my jewelry making skills were good enough to make something like this

[artifacts-and-arthropods]

Ancient Necklace with Mosaic Glass Beads, from the Eastern Mediterranean, c.100 BCE-100 CE: this necklace is composed of 30 glass beads, most of which are decorated with stylized faces

From the John Paul Getty Museum:

The beads are made of multi-colored opaque glass and are decorated with heads and floral designs. The necklace is in good condition; some beads are chipped or cracked.

The exact origin of this piece is unknown, but it can be traced back to the Eastern Mediterranean, where it was likely made by a Greek or Roman artist.

Each bead has a width of about 1.2cm (roughly half an inch); they're decorated with remarkably intricate details, and each face is depicted in its own unique style.

Sources & More Info:

John Paul Getty Museum: Necklace with Mosaic Glass Beads

[ancientcharm]

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Just so you all know, none of these are edible. These are not foods, they are ancient gemstone intaglios which were mounted on rings. Do not put these in your mouth!

[toyastales]

Roman gold snake ring, 1st century AD

[moonandserpent]

Exhibition necklace and amphora earrings by Moon and Serpent

[gatabella]

Audrey Hepburn on the set of Roman Holiday, 1953