ROMANO-EGYPTIAN SILVER SNAKE RING Ca. 30 BC - AD 200. A silver ring fashioned into the form of a coiled serpent, crafted from a single piece of gleaming silver wire, skillfully tapered from its narrowest point at the tail to its broad and flat head with recessed eyes. The serpent's scales are intricately engraved on the upper portion of the ring, creating a lifelike texture that shimmers in the light. The interior of the ring has been carefully smoothed and worked for maximum comfort during wear, ensuring that the wearer can appreciate the beauty of the ring without discomfort. For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 2057, Ancient Jewelry, Lot 266.  Size: D:18.75mm / US: 8 3/4 / UK: R; Weight: 11g. Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.