Ca. 200-300 AD. A beautiful gold finger ring characterized by a round hoop that is slightly rounded on the outside and flat on the inside. The shoulders of the ring expand to support the bezel, which is set with a convex, octagonal-shaped intaglio. The intaglio has been expertly engraved with a depiction of a left-facing horse and its rider sitting atop. The horse is rendered with incredible detail, capturing the animal's muscular build and graceful movement. The rider sits atop the horse with a commanding posture. The depiction of the horse and rider reflects the importance of equestrian culture in the Roman world, where horsemanship was a symbol of status and military prowess.Size: D: 16.71mm / US: 6 1/4 / UK: M 1/2; 6.53gProvenance: Private London collection; British art market 1990s.