Roman Garnet Intaglio Signet Ring "Winged Victory" Size:6.25 are a small

are a small

The lettering is big and bold

Something of an unusual juxtaposition

It's striking in both simplicity and perfection of form

Roman Garnet Intaglio Signet Ring "Winged Victory" Size:6.25 are a smallDATE: Ancient Roman, 2nd century AD Cool ancient Roman signet ring dating from the 2nd century AD (or thereabouts). It's set with a garnet gemstone intaglio depicting Victoria (aka Winged Victory or Nike from the Greek pantheon), the personified goddess of victory, often associated with Bellona (goddess of war). Unlike Nike, Victoria was a major part of Roman society, with many temples erected in her honour including one on the Palatine Hill which