Roman Bronze Ring with Geometric Design History The clean geometry of the

The clean geometry of the design

even influencing the monetary systems of later Islamic dynasties

with 12 deniers equaling one solidus (shilling) and 240 deniers equaling one libra (pound)

emphasizing his strength

Roman Bronze Ring with Geometric Design History The clean geometry of theDate: c. 2nd 3rd Century A. D. Weight: 8 grams Size: 8. 25 (U. S.) Q (U. K.) History of the Artifact This Roman bronze ring, dating to the 2nd3rd century A. D., features a sharply defined navette shaped bezel engraved with a complex geometric composition. At the centre is a stylised eight rayed star or rosette, flanked by angled and parallel linework that fills the bezel within a raised border. The design appears to blend both decorative abstraction