CV Roman Bronze Ring RARE LEGION SHIELD sz12.5 Start Price USD 80.00 Current Price USD 80.00 Time Left - Bid Count 1 Buy It Now Price USD 140.00 Reserve Price - Start Time Friday, September 05, 2008 End Time Friday, September 12, 2008 Location Antiquities Corner, USA See more about 'CV Roman Bronze Ring RARE LEGION SHIELD sz12.5' Description chrisvnh Store ROMAN BRONZE RING Best Yet! - Super Legionary Shield Ring!Size 12 1/2Average Opening = 21.90mm Antiquities Corner is proud to present this fine historical artifact for your collecting pleasure. These artifacts were originally designed to be enjoyed by their owners and I have tried to return these treasures to a state which will both charm and enchant their new owners and show the skill and craftsmanship of old. This is one GORGEOUS ring!This is a Legionary "Shield" ring that was found by metal detector at a Roman Battlefield site and dates from between 100 and 300 A.D.This ring features the "E-3" shield design.It's called E-3 because that's what the main engravings on the sides of the bezel most closely resemble. Those archaeologist aren't big on imagination when it comes to naming things I guess. These rings are a first cousin to the popular "Diamond Shield" designs with the four sets of engraved lines arranged in a diamond pattern.Instead of the usual zig-zag lightning pattern or vertical row of double dots, or even an engraved "X" in the center, this ring has a device that I have only seen once before. This design does have the double row of dots running up the center of the bezel but there is a clear spot in the middle with an engraved diamond right in the center.Most of you will have seen these design engraved on a rounded square or oval bezel and this bezel measures 15mm X 14mm. The thickness and roundness to the whole design makes this ring one of the best examples of this ring type that I have been able to offer in the last year. LOOK....at the shine of this ring. The great shine and the RARE, LARGE size of this GEM make it highly desirable. This ring is a GREAT example of it's type and these rings are getting rarer all the time. Above and below are two more views of this nice ring in a terrific wearable size. Look at the color and shine of this BEAUTY! These rings are getting harder to find in these larger sizes. Use the "Buy It Now" option to make sure this BEAUTY ends up in YOUR collection today. ________________________________________________________________This ring is Round & Sound and 100% wearableThis ring has a Wonderful Golden color to it with faint patina traces remainingThis ring is not a perfect circle but measures right around a size 12 1/2 AmericanAverage Opening = 21.90mm ________________________________________________________________ This ring is a TRUE GEM and would make a wonderful addition to any collection or as a piece of wearable ANCIENT ART!We will include a Certificate of Authenticity with each ring Be sure to check out ALL of our other auctions for more nice pieces of Ancient Jewelry.Please note that we have gone to private auction to protect our buyers from people who have been harvesting the email addresses of our buyers and sending them emails with false offers or other misleading information. We are not associated with any other person and respect your privacy and never give or sell the email addresses of our buyers. This sale is in US $ and payment is accepted via paypal, money order or check. Item to be paid for within 10 days of sale.No returns unless itemarrives not as described in listing. Buyer to pay $6.00for U.S.P.S.Priority Mail & confirmed delivery withinthe U.S. International Buyers please e-mail us forshipping costs to destinations outside the U.S. Pleaseemail us for insurance costs if desired as we are notresponsible for damage or loss after items are shippedItems will be shipped when check or M.O. clears unless winning bidder has 10 or more positive feedbacks in which case item willbe shipped ASAP Please CLICK HERE and visit our "About ME" page for importantannouncements and updates at Acorn GamesGood Luck and HAPPY BIDDING!.Thank You.You can get more info about this item byclicking on our logo below Click below to... View my other auctions click here to send me an email Place a Bid!