Roman Bronze Ring With Star Design
Date: 3rd-5th Century A.D.Weight: 6 gramsSize: 8 (U.S.) / U 1/2 (U.K.) History of the Artifact Cast bronze ring featuring a broad oval bezel engraved with five eight-pointed star motifs arranged in a quincunx pattern. Each star is formed by a central pellet encircled by incised triangular rays. The shoulders are decorated with incised horizontal bands, adding visual texture and symmetry to the design. Rich, dark patina with surface wear consistent with age. The stellate motifs may have been decorative or symbolically apotropaic—intended to protect the wearer. Rings of this type were commonly worn across the Roman provinces and often reflected personal, regional, or cultural significance. Authenticity Ancient Artifacts guarantees the Authenticity of items sold through a three layer system of protection: Ancient Artifacts exclusively sources artifacts from trusted and reputable antique distributors, many of whom have been selling Artifacts for decades. Next, the Artifact is inspect