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Ring with Pearl from Pompeii - 925 Silver, 18K Gold Plated

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This Pearl ring fromPompeii, it's a r18K gold-plated 925 silver production of the original 1st century find a.C. cat. n ° OP 3320 of the Superintendency of Pompeii, kept at the Archaeological Museum of Naples.

The Ring was found in Oplonti, a suburban area of ​​nearby Pompeii, buried by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79. 

The central pearl gives a touch of refinement and luxury, inspired by the jewels of ancient Rome. This ring is perfect for those looking for a sophisticated accessory that combines historical charm and modern design.

Characteristics 
  • Material: 18K GOLD plated 925 silver + pearl
  • Weight: 3 g
  • Dimensions: 2,3 x 2,5 cm
  • Size:
    • IT 10 - Ø 15,00 mm
    •   IT 13 - Ø 16,50 mm
  • Produced in Italy 

Historical Curiosities 

The ancient Romans loved to make contrasts mixing pure gold with stones and pearls, as evidenced by some archaeological finds. Pearls, in particular, were in great demand due to their difficulty in extracting.

A legend has it that it was Emperor Augustus who instilled an appreciation for pearls after a meeting with Cleopatra. 

Citizens adorned themselves with a wide variety of jewels to communicate belonging to the wealthier social classes and gold was perfect for this purpose, as well as having the ability to last for years. 

Bibliography:

"Splendori. Il lusso negli ornamenti a Ercolano" , a cura di Francesco Sirano.
"La bellezza femminile a Pompei. Cosmesi ed ornamenti" , a cura di Antonio D'Ambrosio.

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