ROMAN GOLD RING WITH THEATER ACTOR. Ca. AD 100 - 300. A gold ring with a rounded hoop that widens towards a bezel set with a two-layered cameo depicting a right-facing bust of a theatre actor. The face is carved in the upper white layer, contrasting with the dark background. The actor's exaggerated features include a prominent nose, open mouth, and deep-set eyes. Curled hair is arranged in thick locks framing the forehead and extending to the nape. Draped clothing is rendered with shallow incised folds below the neck. Size: D:19.56mm / US: 9 3/4 / UK: T; Weight: 6.06g Provenance: Private UK collection; previously in a South East German collection 1980s-1990s. 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.