Roman Gold Ring depicting Goddess Victoria

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Ancient Roman Pure Gold Ring with Carnelian Stone from 100 B.C. -150 A.D.  depicting Victoria, the goddess of victory.

Victory, a.k.a. Victoria, has been placed all over ancient Roman coins from the times of the early Roman republic to the fall of the Empire, a lot of times depicted holding a wreath and palm as she does in this ring. The wreath would be placed on the victorious ruler's head as a symbol of power and the palm is also a symbol for victory. The ancient wearer believed the spirit of victory would help him achieve conquest over his enemies.

In Roman mythology, Victoria was the personification/Goddess of victory. She is the Roman version of the Greek goddess Nike, and was associated with Bellona. She was adapted from the Sabine agricultural goddess Vacuna and had a temple on the Palatine Hill. Her name (in Latin) means victory. Unlike the Greek Nike, Victoria (Latin for "victory") was a major part of Roman society. Multiple temples were erected in her honour. When her statue was removed in 382 AD by emperor Gratianus there was much anger in Rome. She was normally worshipped by triumphant generals returning from war. Also unlike the Greek Nike, who was known for success in athletic games such as chariot races, Victoria was a symbol of victory over death and determined who would be successful during war. Appearing on Roman coins, jewelry, architecture, and other arts, Victoria is often seen with or in a chariot. An example of this is her place upon the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany.  

Inner Loop Diameter: 18mm
UK Size P 1/2
US Size 7 3/4

Stone Diameter: 7mm x 6mm
Weight: 2.47 grams

Price: £1456.00

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