100-300 AD. Roman. A silver ring with a D-shaped hoop and raised, rectangular bezel bearing the inscription “FIDEM.” (“Loyalty”). It is thought that inscriptions of this type express loyalty to the reigning emperor, indicating that this piece probably belonged to a Roman legionary or centurion. Excellent condition; wearable.Size: D: 19.51mm / US: 9 5/8 / UK: T; 6g; Provenance: From an old London collection formed in the 1980s.