Roman coin ring Septimius Severus

18kt yellow gold ring (hallmark: owl) decorated with an ancient Roman silver coin.

The coin, a denarius, features on the obverse the profile of Septimius Severus, Roman emperor of the 2nd-3rd centuries (193-211), surrounded by the inscription "Severus Pius Augustus" (Severus, Pious Augustus). The reverse shows Roma seated holding the palladium in her right hand and a scepter in her left. Behind her, a shield. The figure is surrounded by the maxim "Restitutor Urbis" (The Restorer of the City).

Vintage work for the frame.

Gross weight: 4.80 g
Ring size: 59 (diameter 18.75 / US 8.75)
Pattern height: 2.00 cm
Pattern width: 1.90 cm

Condition: Slight cracks, partial erasing and oxidation of the piece, very slight micro-scratches on the gold parts, see photos.

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