Roman "Asclepius & Hygeia" Carnelian Intaglio Signet Ring insect in the cut down settings

in the cut down settings typical of the period - fashioned in silver with gold backs and wires

From the Language of flowers

most likely given to her as a gift from a friend

“Killed At Brockton Fair”

with slender points alternating big and small

Roman "Asclepius & Hygeia" Carnelian Intaglio Signet Ring insect in the cut down settingsDATE: Roman Between 1st and 3rd Century AD A fascinating antique signet ring with an ancient Roman intaglio. The carnelian agate intaglio depicts two Greek gods Asclepius, the god of medicine and Hygeia, his daughter and goddess of health. Asclepius carries a snake entwined staff, while facing his daughter. The ring mount is crafted in solid 18 karat yellow gold. Asclepius was the son of Apollo and mortal princess Coronis. His name literally meaning