ROMAN GOLD RING WITH RED JASPER INTAGLIO DEPICTING A NOBLEWOMAN. Ca. AD 100 - 200. A gold ring with a rounded hoop that broadens at the shoulders, forming an integrated bezel set with an oval red jasper intaglio carved with the profile of a noblewoman facing left. Her hair is arranged in parallel rows, pulled back into a low bun. The facial features are delicately rendered, including an angular nose, full lips, and a slightly rounded chin. A draped garment is visible at the neckline, with folds indicated by shallow engraving. For similar see: Bagot J., El legado de Hefesto: A Memorial to a Private Collection of Ancient Rings and Glyptics, n. 301, 334; Christie's, Live Auction 1164, Ancient Jewellery, Lot 647; Christie's, Live Auction 12805, Ancient Jewellery: Wearable, Lot 9. Size: D:17.93mm / US: 7 3/4 / UK: P; Weight: 4.69g Provenance: Private UK collection; previously acquired on the German art market in the 1980s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.