Hi, sorry to ask a favour on my very first post here, I've scoured the
forum and checked elsewhere on the web and can't find anything about this particular
style of ring (probably not a
good sign already). I bought it on
eBay from a seller who I couldn't find any complaints about, and who wasn't listed on any "
fake" lists. Tried to do my research with what little knowledge I have and can't find any evidence one way or the other.
The ring is supposedly
Roman, 1st to 2nd century AD. It is stated as composed of bronze and
glass, cleaned on the outside with the original
patina still on the inside. I can't seem to find any similar-looking
rings online.
The actual specimen fits on my finger (UK R / US 8 3/4) and seems suspiciously devoid of any scratches or dents, although the shape isn't perfectly round and the circumference edges aren't perfectly parallel, if that makes sense.
I have attached the seller's photos from the listing for now since it just arrived this morning and I'm at
work, so haven't
had time to take photos of my own yet!
If it's not genuine, well, I won't be surprised. I didn't pay a huge amount for it (about £35) and mainly bought it because I liked the
style and intend to wear it (hence why I bought it 'cleaned up' - I know that detracts from the value). So I won't be completely disappointed, but will feel slightly bad about funding a seller of
fake items.
Thank you very much to anyone who could give me any insight on this.