ROMAN PROSTITUTE'S RING, C.100-300 AD, SIZE 3 ¼ 7 3/4 2mm rounded face band

2mm rounded face band

Bronze with a low

a carry over from the high fashion of the 14th century

size 9 1/2 Flat inside

4mm width low rounded band and large raised rectangular projection

ROMAN PROSTITUTE'S RING, C.100-300 AD, SIZE 3 ¼ 7 3/4 2mm rounded face bandGilt bronze, size 3 1 4. Deeply rounded face band, 1. 9mm width. Bezel of conical (perhaps an anatomical reference) with radially fluting. Superficially imitating a gemstone and blatantly advertising the intentions of the wearer. Roman prostitutes were typically adolescents, largely slaves. Prostitution was practiced openly with brothels sometimes sharing doors with libraries. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored. Jewelry