{"product_id":"ancient-roman-intaglio-ring-depicting-a-goddess-minerva-in-a-victorian-gold-mount","title":"Ancient Roman Goddess Minerva Intaglio Ring in a Victorian Gold Mount","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eAncient Roman Goddess Intaglio in a Victorian Gold Setting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn ancient Roman intaglio depicting a goddess, identified as Minerva, set within a Victorian gold mount.\u003c\/b\u003e The top of the ring measures approximately \u003cb\u003e14 by 17 millimeters\u003c\/b\u003e, giving the engraved gem a substantial and visually compelling presence. This ring brings together two distinct periods: an engraved gemstone from the Roman world and a later gold setting that gives it a second life as a wearable jewel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe goddess is carved in intaglio, with the image recessed into the stone’s surface. The engraving forms the central focus of the ring, while the Victorian mount frames and preserves the ancient gem. Its appeal lies in this combination of classical imagery and a later interpretation of how an ancient treasure could be worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor a collector, the distinction between the periods is an essential part of the ring’s character: the intaglio is ancient Roman, while the gold mount is Victorian. Together, they create a jewel with a history extending beyond a single era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIntaglio:\u003c\/b\u003e Ancient Roman engraved gemstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSubject:\u003c\/b\u003e A goddess, identified as Minerva\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMount:\u003c\/b\u003e Victorian gold setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRing top:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately 14 × 17 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRing size:\u003c\/b\u003e 7; resizing available upon request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/b\u003e Recessed carving within the gemstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHistorical interest:\u003c\/b\u003e An ancient intaglio preserved in a later ring mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis ring offers two layers of collecting interest: the ancient engraved gem itself and its preservation within a Victorian jewel. The later setting forms part of the piece’s history, allowing the Roman intaglio to continue being appreciated and worn centuries after its creation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DSF Antique Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45544230158402,"sku":null,"price":8500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0142\/3405\/8816\/files\/Ancient_Roman_Intaglio_Ring_Depicting_a_Goddess_Minerva.jpg?v=1791824142","url":"https:\/\/dsfantiquejewelry.com\/products\/ancient-roman-intaglio-ring-depicting-a-goddess-minerva-in-a-victorian-gold-mount","provider":"DSF Antique Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}