Description:

Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 2nd century CE. A pretty carnelian intaglio of the - Greek Tyche - the goddess of chance and personification of luck, set in a modern gold ring to be wearable. Facing right, the robed deity is shown standing and holding a cornucopia in one hand and grains of wheat in the other while a ship's rudder is placed at her feet. An additional grain of wheat crowns her head. The convex intaglio is framed by a raised bezel and ovoid setting attached to a tubular ring band. A perfect gift that wishes good fortune to your loved one! Size of intaglio: 0.4" W x 0.7" H (1 cm x 1.8 cm); of ring: 1.2" L x 0.9" W (3 cm x 2.3 cm); US ring size: 5.75; gold quality: 71.3% (over 17 karats); weight: 10.1 grams

Throughout time, humanity has put forth immense efforts toward bringing about good fortune. History has provided many manifestations of this in the form of good luck charms. Even in the modern era, people carry rabbits' feet, blow on dice before tossing them, or wear a "lucky" color shirt to a job interview. The classical era was no different, and the goddess Fortuna/Tyche stood as a symbol of luck and chance for many ancient Greeks and Romans. Initially, she was viewed as a protector of ancient cities and civilizations; however, later Fortuna/Tyche evolved to become a guiding light, a symbol of Lady Luck, for individuals.

Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired prior to 2010

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  • Condition: Ancient intaglio set in a modern gold ring to be wearable. Chipping to periphery of stone, as well as nicks and encrustations as shown. Otherwise, nice condition and wearable with liberal remaining detail to stone.

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