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Did the Romans wear gold?
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Yes, Romans wore gold. Romans also wore silver, bronze and other less expensive metals depending on their social class. Not only was wearing gold a status symbol, but hoarding gold pieces was also a representation of wealth.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Ancient Roman gold ring with agate intaglio of Minerva, circa 2nd - 3rd century
Located in London, GB
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Signet Rings
Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Minerva Intaglio, 3rd-4th Century AD
Located in London, GB
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Signet Rings
Materials
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Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Diana Intaglio 2rd Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
Size:5
Weight: 8gr.
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
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Carnelian, Gold, 22k Gold
Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Carnelian Intaglio of Fortuna 1st – 3rd Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
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Carnelian, Gold, 22k Gold
Ancient Roman Garnet Intaglio Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A museum quality ancient Roman gold ring, circa 400 AD.
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Signet Rings
Ancient Roman Cameo High Karat Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Dome Rings
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Gold