A dialogue between antiquity and modern brilliance, this striking two-stone ring features a rare Roman lapis lazuli intaglio (c. 100 BC–200 AD), depicting the goddess Fortuna or Abundantia, a robed woman bearing a cornucopia and vessel—symbols of abundance, luck and good fortune. The deep ultramarine stone, steeped in centuries of ceremony, is complemented by a supreme 3.24ct elongated emerald-cut Tanzanian Spessartite garnet, ablaze with orange fire and crowned by a halo of single-cut diamonds.
Set in luminous 18k yellow gold, these elements echo the "Toi et Moi" or two-stone ring tradition, but remixing that by incorporating an ancient carved gem. Furthermore the offset design provides an element of modernity that is further highlighted by the rich complementary hues of the two stones. A true embodiment of past meeting present, this piece brings together history and contemporary design in one bold statement.
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Authentic Roman lapis lazuli intaglio, depicting Fortuna or Abundantia, circa 100 BC–200 AD
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3.24ct elongated emerald-cut Spessartite garnet, haloed with single-cut diamonds
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Crafted in 18k yellow gold
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Similar museum examples: British Museum, Metropolitan Museum, Emory Museum, Getty Museum