Romano-Egyptian Bronze Snake Ring
Date: c. 1st Century B.C. - 1st Century A.D.
Weight: 13.56 grams
Size: 7 (U.S.) / N 1/2 (U.K.)
History of the Artifact
Dating to the 1st century B.C.–1st century A.D., this remarkable bronze ring takes the form of a coiled serpent, its body wrapped in a tight loop with lightly incised scale patterns and a stylized head with punched eyes.
While snake rings were common across the Roman world, this example stands out for its bold, sculptural form and unusually compact, near-spherical profile—an aesthetic more typical of Romano-Egyptian workshops than of mainstream Roman jewelry. The result is a piece that feels both amuletic and abstract, echoing Egyptian symbolism of protection and renewal while embracing a uniquely provincial artistic sensibility. A rare and original expression of cross-cultural design in the ancient Mediterranean.
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 inspected by an expert team member, who is professionally trained in counterfeit detection After the artifact passes inspection, the Certificate of Authenticity is signed and the Artifact is packaged.
- Finally, Ancient Artifacts gives an additional layer of protection by promising a full refund with no questions asked, in the extremely unlikely event that a counterfeit slips through our vetting process.
Your order will include:
- Roman Ring as seen in photos
- Certificate of Authenticity
Ancient Artifacts relics are guaranteed authentic and have a 100% money back policy. Read more about our Mission and Promise for authenticity.
Description
Date: c. 1st Century B.C. - 1st Century A.D.
Weight: 13.56 grams
Size: 7 (U.S.) / N 1/2 (U.K.)
History of the Artifact
Dating to the 1st century B.C.–1st century A.D., this remarkable bronze ring takes the form of a coiled serpent, its body wrapped in a tight loop with lightly incised scale patterns and a stylized head with punched eyes.
While snake rings were common across the Roman world, this example stands out for its bold, sculptural form and unusually compact, near-spherical profile—an aesthetic more typical of Romano-Egyptian workshops than of mainstream Roman jewelry. The result is a piece that feels both amuletic and abstract, echoing Egyptian symbolism of protection and renewal while embracing a uniquely provincial artistic sensibility. A rare and original expression of cross-cultural design in the ancient Mediterranean.
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 inspected by an expert team member, who is professionally trained in counterfeit detection After the artifact passes inspection, the Certificate of Authenticity is signed and the Artifact is packaged.
- Finally, Ancient Artifacts gives an additional layer of protection by promising a full refund with no questions asked, in the extremely unlikely event that a counterfeit slips through our vetting process.
Your order will include:
- Roman Ring as seen in photos
- Certificate of Authenticity
Ancient Artifacts relics are guaranteed authentic and have a 100% money back policy. Read more about our Mission and Promise for authenticity.
