SASANIAN GOLD RING WITH AGATE INTAGLIO WITH BULL'S HEAD. Ca. AD 200 - 600. A gold ring with a rounded hoop that thickens towards the bezel, set with a circular intaglio engraved with a frontal depiction of a bull's head. The animal’s face is defined by curved horns, a prominent snout, and large eyes. Size: D:20.37mm / US: 10 5/8 / UK: V; Weight: 4.41g Provenance: Private UK collection; previously acquired on the UK art market in the 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.