February 19, 2023November 10, 2023 ROMAN BRONZE RING WITH NIKE (GODDESS OF VICTORY) RIDING A CHARIOT / SOLD An ancient Roman bronze ring featuring an Intaglio of winged Nike (Goddess of Victory) riding a chariot (biga) and holding a whipNike (Goddess of Victory) appears widely on Roman coins, jewellery, architecture, and other arts, and is often depicted with or in a chariot. Nike was the personification of Victory, and many people wore her likeness on jewellery to ensure success. Such rings were particularly popular in the military, where Victory was praised for battle successes.Material: bronzeWeight: 7.59 gramDate: Roman, 2nd – 3rd century ADMeasurement: overall: 28 x 22 mm, ringsize: 21 mm (11,5 USA)Condition: Extremely fine conditionSOLD / CONTACT Share This:
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