Renaissance Gold Ring with Roman Hare Gemstone. 17th century A.D. and earlier. Comprising a D-shaped hollow-form hoop with raised foliate decoration around the lozenge-shaped bezel set with a garnet, intaglio image of a running hare. 3.12 grams, 23.69 mm overall, 18.24 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16) (7/8 in.). [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website] Acquired on the UK art market. Ex property of a County Durham collector.