Ancient Roman UTERE FILICITER Silver Signet Ring Size:7.75 circa 1790

circa 1790

The execution is excellent - carved into a section of conch shell - and it's set within an incredible 15 karat gold border featuring applied grape and vine motifs

To the inner band is an inscription that simply reads: “Mother

Natural Blue Sapphires

and it remains paired with the original bail

Ancient Roman UTERE FILICITER Silver Signet Ring Size:7.75 circa 1790DATE: Roman, 2nd Century AD "UTERE FELICITER" Use This Happily. This signet ring is, remarkably, around 1800 years old. A rare example of Latin script actually written (well, engraved) by a Roman. It's crafted in silver with the most beautiful patina, and should be worn in happiness apparently. The sentiment is sort of an anti Memento Mori, Memento Vivere, with a bit of material gratification mixed in for good measure. Very charming indeed.