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Ring

1–100 CE

Greece or Italy, Rome

(?)
Medium
gold
Measurements
Diameter: 1.6 cm (5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade 1916.133
Public Domain
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Location
Not on view
Print
A gold ring composed of three horizontal tiers features two textured snakes at the top, their bodies entwined and heads meeting. A central band contains an intricate knot flanked by vertical borders of tiny spheres. The bottom section consists of a scaly band finished with a row of scrollwork loops. Every detail, from the overlapping scales to the woven knot, is crafted with a uniform, warm yellow luster.

Ring

1–100 CE

Greece or Italy, Rome (?)

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