ROMAN HIGH KARAT GOLD RING WITH INTAGLIO DEPICTING BUST OF SERAPIS Ca. AD 100 - 200. An oval-shaped intaglio depicting the bust of Serapis, a syncretic deity combining elements of Greek and Egyptian gods. He is shown in his left profile with a full beard, long wavy hair falling to the neck, and a modius (grain basket) atop the head. The intaglio is set in a gold ring of a thick, rounded hoop that widens at the shoulders and narrows towards the back. For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number EA56445C; Christie's, Live Auction 22523, Antiquities, 9 April 2024, Lot 183. Size: D:17.12mm / US: 6 3/4 / UK: N; Weight: 8.04g Provenance: Private London collection; previously Denier collection, France 1980s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. Reviewed by Sami Fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist.