100-300 AD. Roman. Gold ring comprising a bow-shaped hoop with sloping shoulders and elliptical black glass “eye” setting with grey details. The eye symbol was a magical motif which provided protection to the wearer. Excellent condition; wearable.Size: D: 16.51mm / US: 6 / UK: M; 9.8g; Provenance: Property of a professional Ancient art and jewelry expert; previously with a London gallery; initially from a private British collection formed in the 1980s.