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Roman Emperor Cameo

Blackened Silver Gold Roman Emperor Gaius Julius Caesar Cameo Men’s Ring
Blackened Silver Gold Roman Emperor Gaius Julius Caesar Cameo Men’s Ring

Blackened Silver Gold Roman Emperor Gaius Julius Caesar Cameo Men’s Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Depicting a roman emperor Gaius Julius Caesar, 18kt yellow gold and blackened silver. Top size 21mm x 18mm Ring size 10 Gross weight: 21gr.

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Cammeo Imperatori Sculpted Earrings in Bronze and Silver by Lo Studiolo Genève
Cammeo Imperatori Sculpted Earrings in Bronze and Silver by Lo Studiolo Genève

Cammeo Imperatori Sculpted Earrings in Bronze and Silver by Lo Studiolo Genève

Located in Geneve, CH

Pair of bronze earrings with a textured and pierced design, featuring two patinated silver cameos depicting Roman emperors. Unique pieces crafted using the lost-wax casting technique...

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2010s Swiss Contemporary Stud Earrings

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Renaissance Portrait Cameo of Emperor Vespasian in a Gold Brooch
Renaissance Portrait Cameo of Emperor Vespasian in a Gold Brooch

Renaissance Portrait Cameo of Emperor Vespasian in a Gold Brooch

Located in Chicago, IL

Description: Three-layered agate cameo (black-white-brown) with a laureate head of a Roman Emperor facing left.

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Silver Gold Roman Emperor Lucio Septimio Severo Cameo Men’s Ring
Silver Gold Roman Emperor Lucio Septimio Severo Cameo Men’s Ring

Silver Gold Roman Emperor Lucio Septimio Severo Cameo Men’s Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Depicting a roman emperor Lucio Septimio Severo, 18kt yellow gold and silver. Top size 23mm x19mm With maker’s mark Firenze Ring size 10 Gross weight: 21gr.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

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Large Hardstone Cameo of Roman Emperor Men's Ring Late 18th Century

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Located in Firenze, IT

The cameo certainly depicts a Roman emperor, as can be deduced from the solemnity of the figure and the presence of the laurel wreath, a symbol of glory and wisdom although, in the a...

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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Signet Rings

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Antique Agate Cameo Ring, Late 17th Century
Antique Agate Cameo Ring, Late 17th Century

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Located in Firenze, IT

The cameo depicting Roman Emperor Marco Aurelio and his wife Faustina Cameo size 3cm x 2cm Ring size 7

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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Georgian More Rings

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Roman Emperor Augustus Georgian Period Sardonyx Cameo 18K Gold Ring
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Roman Emperor Augustus Georgian Period Sardonyx Cameo 18K Gold Ring

Located in New York, NY

Superbly carved Georgian period sardonyx cameo signet ring depicting Roman Emperor Augustus in profile Late 18th/ Early 19th Century Condition: Very Good, age appropriate wear Size:...

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Antique Late 18th Century European Classical Roman Signet Rings

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Antique 22 Karat Yellow Gold Hardstone Agate Cameo Roman Emperor Ring
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Located in New York, NY

A large carved agate cameo ring depicting the Roman emperor Vespasian (9 - 79 AD).

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Antique 18th Century Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

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An Early 19th Century Hardstone Cameo Brooch Of An Emperor
An Early 19th Century Hardstone Cameo Brooch Of An Emperor

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Located in London, GB

An early 19th century hardstone cameo brooch of an emperor, the oval agate cameo measuring 3.4 x 2.7cm, depicting an emperor in profile, mounted in yellow gold frame with twisted rop...

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Antique Georgian Roman Emperor Cameo Diamond Cluster Ring
Antique Georgian Roman Emperor Cameo Diamond Cluster Ring

Antique Georgian Roman Emperor Cameo Diamond Cluster Ring

Located in Sale, Cheshire

A superb Georgian cameo ring depicting a Roman Emperor, bearded and wearing a laurel wreath.

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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Cluster Rings

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Roman Emperor Cameo For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the roman emperor cameo you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, yellow gold and 18k gold. You can easily find a 16 antique edition and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect roman emperor cameo among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A roman emperor cameo from Mellerio dits Meller, Bulgari and John Brogden — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any roman emperor cameo from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of an agate version from the 5 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a portrait cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and single cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a roman emperor cameo for sale for men should be easy, but there are 15 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.

How Much is a Roman Emperor Cameo?

The price for a roman emperor cameo starts at $1,697 and tops out at $200,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $17,718.

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Questions About Roman Emperor Cameo

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Roman cameo glass is a type of glassware that features raised figures. The term may refer to pieces produced by the Ancient Romans or ones done in the style of classical vases and other objects. You'll find a selection of cameo glass serveware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.