A Roman Gold and Agate Finger Ring, ca. 2nd century CE Seals - Cylinder Dimensions: Length: 1 1/2 inches

Dimensions: Length: 1 1/2 inches (3

pale green glaze well preserved

Water vessels such as this example were used at Greek symposiums to water down wine as it was considered uncivilized to consume undiluted wine

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Provenance: ex: Klassen Collection

A Roman Gold and Agate Finger Ring, ca. 2nd century CE Seals - Cylinder Dimensions: Length: 1 1/2 inchesa high karat gold hollow ring, the high bezel set with an agate intaglio with white inclusions that depicts the fertility god Priapus, shown in profile, with erect phallus and holding a long staff. In Greek mythology, Priapus was a fertility god, protector of livestock, fruit plants, gardens, and male genitalia. Priapus is marked by his oversized, permanent erection, which gave rise to the medical term priapism. He became a popular figure in Roman