ROMAN PROSTITUTE'S RING, C.100-300 AD, SIZE 6 ¾ july-ring though brazed resizes are often

though brazed resizes are often encountered

having been an element in the arms of Godfrey of Bouillon which he wore during the First Crusade

Failure to do so was punishable by death

represent the five wounds of Christ

8mm width band decorated in high relief with a beaded or nubbed pattern of a single large nub alternating with two smaller

ROMAN PROSTITUTE'S RING, C.100-300 AD, SIZE 6 ¾ july-ring though brazed resizes are oftenGilt bronze, size 6 3 4. Rounded face band, 1 4mm width tapering from the bottom. Stepped and expanded edge bezel with the center of pyramid form superficially imitating a gemstone and blatantly advertising the intentions of the wearer. Roman prostitutes were typically adolescents, largely slaves. Prostitution was practiced openly with brothels sometimes sharing doors with libraries. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored.