{"product_id":"mj2603","title":"Nabataean Bronze \u0026 Gold Finger Ring, ca. 2nd century BCE - 1st century CE","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis cast bronze finger ring features a rounded shank that broadens gradually at the shoulders to support a wide, oval bezel. At the center, a recessed circular field is engraved with the profile of an unidentified head facing right. The portrait is framed by a narrow band of gold inlay, creating a striking contrast between the gold and the darker bronze. The figure has a prominent nose, defined chin, and stylized headdress arranged close to the head, although the identity of the sitter cannot be determined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe classical treatment of the profile reflects the Hellenistic and Roman artistic influences that circulated throughout the Nabataean world during this period. The bronze has developed a deep green patina with lighter areas of mineral accretion. Intact and wearable, this is an uncommon example of ancient Nabataean personal adornment combining bronze and precious-metal inlay. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMedium:\u003c\/b\u003e Bronze, gold \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e US ring size 4 (UK=H 1\/2, DE=15, CH=7, FR=46.5, EU=46.5, JP=7) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Intact and in very good condition overall. A rare and lovely example. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private NYC. collection, acquired prior to early 2000s.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Primitivo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58316529795375,"sku":"MJ2603","price":2250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0234\/5339\/files\/1d3799dfaec5e9d5722b73342f0ae58c.jpg?v=1786421885","url":"https:\/\/sandsoftimedc.com\/de\/products\/mj2603","provider":"Sands of Time Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}