Exquisite all original micro mosaic ring depicting the Pyramid of Cestius in 18 carat gold c.1810.
A Grand Tour Roman souvenir of the very early c19th, made with the finest craftmanship, a rare survivor, in perfect condition.
Size 9.5. For light occasional wear only.
Built in 330 days at some point nbetween 18 BC and 12 BC the Pyramid was the tomb for the Roman magistrate Gaius Cestius, and is a testament to the influence of Ancient Egyptian culture and style on the Roman Empire.It is made of white Carrara marble and exactly 100 Roman feet (30 meters) high.