Roman "Asclepius & Hygeia" Carnelian Intaglio Signet Ring insect From the Language of flowers

From the Language of flowers

and brooch fittings and an additional loop for wear on a chain

and finally a beautiful butterfly mirrors the journey of growth and transformation

in the cut down settings typical of the period - fashioned in silver with gold backs and wires

Roman "Asclepius & Hygeia" Carnelian Intaglio Signet Ring insect From the Language of flowersDATE: Roman Between 1st and 3rd Century AD A fascinating antique signet ring with an ancient Roman intaglio. The carnelian agate intaglio depicts two Greek gods Asclepius, the god of medicine and Hygeia, his daughter and goddess of health. Asclepius carries a snake entwined staff, while facing his daughter. The ring mount is crafted in solid 18 karat yellow gold. Asclepius was the son of Apollo and mortal princess Coronis. His name literally meaning