Roman Bronze Ring with Bust of Tyche/Fortuna Army help") or Φύλαξόν με

help") or Φύλαξόν με

A Note on Byzantine Gold Rings: Byzantine gold rings with cabochon stones were symbols of status

These deniers were primarily made of silver and were the standard currency in many regions of France during this time

6th - 8th century A

often depicted as a winged figure symbolizing triumph and success

Roman Bronze Ring with Bust of Tyche/Fortuna Army help") or Φύλαξόν μεDate: c. 2nd 3rd Century A. D. Weight: 18. 5 grams Size: 4. 5 (U. S.) I 1 2 (U. K.) History of the Artifact This distinctive Roman bronze ring is dated to the 2nd3rd century A. D. and features a wide, rectangular bezel depicting the profile bust of the goddess Tycheknown in the Roman world as Fortuna. She is shown crowned with a mural crown, a stylised fortification with battlements, symbolising her role as the protector and personification of a citys