Origin: Israel (Jerusalem) Circa: 118 AD to 137 AD Collection: Coin Jewelry Style: Roman Medium: Silver/Gold

Origin: Israel (Jerusalem) Circa: 118 AD to 137 AD Collection: Coin Jewelry Style: Roman Medium: Silver/Gold   « Less

Origin: Israel (Sebastia, Samaria) Circa: 98 AD to 117 BC Collection: Roman Coin Rings Medium: silver/gold

Origin: Israel (Sebastia, Samaria) Circa: 98 AD to 117 BC Collection: Roman Coin Rings Medium: silver/gold   « Less

Origin: Arabia Circa: 300 BC to 200 BC Collection: Sabean Silver Coin Ring Medium: Gold/Silver Additional Information: This silver drachma is mounted in an 18 karat gold  More »

Origin: Arabia Circa: 300 BC to 200 BC Collection: Sabean Silver Coin Ring Medium: Gold/Silver Additional Information: This silver drachma is mounted in an 18 karat gold ring. The Sabaean people occupied the relatively fertile land in Southern Arabia referred to as the kingdom of Sheba: Famous for their wealth and commerce the Sabaeans established a vigorous trade with Greece and were thus familiar with their money. Using the famous Athenian tetradrachm as a model, they fashioned a version of the goddess Athena on their own coinage. This fascinating coin depicts the goddess wearing a helmet with olive-leaves, composed of beautiful swirling spirals and curly-cues. She also appears to be wearing a dangling earring, perhaps in the fashion of Sabaean women. Though Greek in its basic style, the unique character of an intriguing kingdom is evident in this lovely coin. - (FJ.5664)   « Less

Origin: Holy Land Circa: 218 AD to 22 BC Collection: Roman Silver ring Medium: gold Varius Avitus Bassanius, later known as M. Aurelius Antoninus was born at Emesa about  More »

Origin: Holy Land Circa: 218 AD to 22 BC Collection: Roman Silver ring Medium: gold Varius Avitus Bassanius, later known as M. Aurelius Antoninus was born at Emesa about 205 A.D., the son of Sextus Varius Marcellus and Julia Soaemias, the daughter of Julia Maesa. In his boyhood, he was appointed priest of the sun- god Elagabalus, and proc - (FJ.5726)   « Less

Origin: Palestine (Gaza) Circa: 300 BC to 200 BC Catalogue: V25 Collection: Sabean Coin rings Medium: Silver/Gold The Sabeans were a semitic people who lived in the  More »

Origin: Palestine (Gaza) Circa: 300 BC to 200 BC Catalogue: V25 Collection: Sabean Coin rings Medium: Silver/Gold The Sabeans were a semitic people who lived in the southwest corner of the Arabian peninsula in Saba (modern Yemen), a location that enabled them to play an important role in the economic life of the ancient Near East. The Sabeans dominated the major nort - (FJ.5730)   « Less

Origin: Mediterranean Circa: 136 AD to 161 AD Medium: Silver-Gold Antoninus Pius is regarded as one of the "Five Good Emperors" in Roman history. He was born in 86 AD.  More »

Origin: Mediterranean Circa: 136 AD to 161 AD Medium: Silver-Gold Antoninus Pius is regarded as one of the "Five Good Emperors" in Roman history. He was born in 86 AD. Around 133-136, he served in Asia as proconsul, and there he earned the respect of Emperor Hadrian. After Hadrian's return from the Jewish war, Antoninus was made a member of his council not only on grounds of friendships and family connection, but also because of his experience as a jurist and administrator. After the sudden death of Lucius Aelius Caesar, Antoninus was officially adopted by Hadrian on February 25, 138 as successor to the throne. After administering the imperial offices, Hadrian died and Antoninus became emperor. Antoninus married Faustina and they had four children: two sons and two daughters. However, only one daughter was alive at the time of his adoption by Hadrian. Later, he adopted Marcus Aurelius, who was to be the successor to his throne. In 139, he gave to Marcus the name of Caesar and made him consul designate. In 146, Aurelius was recognized as Antoninus's colleague in rule, and the hopes of Rome and the fortunes of the dynasty rested upon him. Antoninus managed to govern the empire capably and yet with such a gentle hand that he earned the respect, acclaim, and love of his subjects.The splendor of the precious metals is allowed to shine in this ring. The natural hues of the silver and gold complement each other. In this ring, the present and the past combine. The classical reserved form of the modern ring enhances the timeless beauty and majesty of the ancient coin. To wear this ring is to reconnect with the past while continuing to look stylish in the present. - (FJ.6736)   « Less

Origin: Mediterranean Circa: 4 th Century BC to 3 rd Century BC Medium: Silver-Gold Velia (Latin spelling), also called Elea and Hyele (Greek spellings), was an ancient  More »

Origin: Mediterranean Circa: 4 th Century BC to 3 rd Century BC Medium: Silver-Gold Velia (Latin spelling), also called Elea and Hyele (Greek spellings), was an ancient city in Lucania, Italy, about 25 miles southeast of Paestum. The city is perhaps best known as the home of the Veliatic school of philosophers, including Parmenides and Zeno. Phocaean Greek refugees founded the city about 535 B.C. on land seized from the native Oenotrians. Unlike other Greek cities in Italy, Velia was never captured by the Lucanians; it became a Roman ally around 275 and a municipium in 90–89 B.C. Velia, was finally deserted in medieval times because of Arab raids and today has extensive ruins that include sanctuaries, houses, the outline of the complete wall circuit, and a medical centre.This ancient coin has been mounted with the head of helmeted Pallas Athena showing. This is a proper centerpiece for such a stunning ring: the goddess of wisdom herself. The reverse of the coin depicts a lion, no doubt symbolizing the power and prestige of this ancient city. Although cities rise and fall and great empires soon dissolve, the achievements of antiquity will always be remembered. This coin is a testament to an era, a city, and its people. Today, it is no relic locked behind a glass case; but a glorious ring set in gold. When placed on our fingers, the glories of old are rekindled and the past comes alive again in the present. - (FJ.6743)   « Less

Origin: Mediterranean Circa: 117 AD to 138 AD Collection: Jewelry Style: Roman Coin Ring Medium: Silver and Gold Hadrian spent much of his reign traveling about the  More »

Origin: Mediterranean Circa: 117 AD to 138 AD Collection: Jewelry Style: Roman Coin Ring Medium: Silver and Gold Hadrian spent much of his reign traveling about the Roman Empire and checking into the well - being of the cities, towns, provinces, and ordinary citizens over whom he ruled. He was always interested in civic improvements, and would often have a new bridge, road, aqueduct, or temple built when he thought that the local citizens would benefit by such new construction. The reign of Hadrian at the height of the PAX ROMANA period was a time of great peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire. He continued the public works building projects that his adoptive father Trajan began and strengthened the defenses on the borders of the empire. Because of attacks on Roman citizens living in southern Britain, he built Hadrian's Wall across a narrow part of the island. Hadrian was an educated emperor and a patron of the arts. He spent most of his reign visiting the different provinces of the empire and personally overseeing the improvements and public works carried out under his orders. Like Trajan and Nerva before him, he adopted a grown man in order to make him heir to the throne. When his first adopted son Aelius Caesar died of illness, Hadrian adopted another, Antoninus Pius, who would succeed him when Hadrian died in his bed after a long illness.The natural splendor of the precious metals is allowed to shine in this ring. The natural hues of the silver and the gold complement each other. In this ring, the present and the past combine. The classic reserved form of the modern ring enhances the timeless beauty and majesty of the ancient coin. To wear this ring is to reconnect with the past while simultaneously exhibiting style and elegance that is contemporary and yet timeless. - (FJ.6745)   « Less

Origin: Mediterranean Circa: 117 BC to 138 BC Collection: Jewelry Style: Roman Coin Ring Medium: Silver and Gold Hadrian spent much of his reign traveling about the  More »

Origin: Mediterranean Circa: 117 BC to 138 BC Collection: Jewelry Style: Roman Coin Ring Medium: Silver and Gold Hadrian spent much of his reign traveling about the Roman Empire and checking into the well - being of the cities, towns, provinces, and ordinary citizens over whom he ruled. He was always interested in civic improvements, and would often have a new bridge, road, aqueduct, or temple built when he thought that the local citizens would benefit by such new construction. The reign of Hadrian at the height of the PAX ROMANA period was a time of great peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire. He continued the public works building projects that his adoptive father Trajan began and strengthened the defenses on the borders of the empire. Because of attacks on Roman citizens living in southern Britain, he built Hadrian's Wall across a narrow part of the island. Hadrian was an educated emperor and a patron of the arts. He spent most of his reign visiting the different provinces of the empire and personally overseeing the improvements and public works carried out under his orders. Like Trajan and Nerva before him, he adopted a grown man in order to make him heir to the throne. When his first adopted son Aelius Caesar died of illness, Hadrian adopted another, Antoninus Pius, who would succeed him when Hadrian died in his bed after a long illness.The natural splendor of the precious metals is allowed to shine in this ring. The natural hues of the silver and the gold complement each other. In this ring, the present and the past combine. The classic reserved form of the modern ring enhances the timeless beauty and majesty of the ancient coin. To wear this ring is to reconnect with the past while simultaneously exhibiting style and elegance that is contemporary and yet timeless. - (FJ.6746)   « Less

Origin: Mediterranean Circa: 398 BC to 385 BC Collection: Coin Jewelry Style: Maroneian Medium: Silver-Gold Situated on the southern coast of Thrace, about thirty miles  More »

Origin: Mediterranean Circa: 398 BC to 385 BC Collection: Coin Jewelry Style: Maroneian Medium: Silver-Gold Situated on the southern coast of Thrace, about thirty miles east of Abdera, Maroneia was settled by colonists from Chios. The region was named after Maron, the legendary priest of Apollo, who features in Homer’s Odyssey as the bestower of gifts to Odysseus. Maroneia was renowned for the excellent quality of its wine and vineyards that are featured prominently on its coinage. The horse appears to have been the special emblem of the city though its precise significance remains uncertain. The reverse type of a vine with a square frame, typical of the late issues of t he mint, first appeared on tetradrachms and small denominations of the fifth century B.C.Mounted on the reverse, the image of a bunch of grapes is the centerpiece of this stunning ring. Fine wine is a luxury of life that has been sought after and enjoyed by mankind as far back as history is able to document. The region of Maroneia became synonymous with wine much as Sonoma and numerous regions of France are today. The significance of this beverage both on the economy and reputation of Maroneia are evident, permanently displayed on this coin. The radiant luminosity of the gold ring is the perfect complement to the silver coin. Today, this coin is both a link with the past as well as a stylish and fashionable item of jewelry to be enjoyed much as one enjoys a fine glass of vintage wine. - (FJ.6750)   « Less