Gold triple-finger ring

3rd–4th century CE

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 169

This ring exemplifies a flamboyant type of costume jewelry that was especially popular in the eastern half of the Roman Empire. The three finger bands support five colorful settings, containing pearls, glass imitation gems, and a central green bead (a modern replacement).

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Title: Gold triple-finger ring
Period: Late Imperial or Late Antique
Date: 3rd–4th century CE
Culture: Roman, Syrian
Medium: Gold, glass
Dimensions: length 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm)
Classification: Gold and Silver
Credit Line: Purchase, Deanna Anderson Gift and funds from various donors, 2002
Object Number: 2002.47
Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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