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THE KNOT OF HERCULES Authentic Roman Glass Bead 2nd Century AD 22kt Gold Ring

$5,422.93
£4,006.60
€4,590VAT Included
CA$7,544.65
A$7,567.59
CHF 4,389.63
MX$92,376.90
NOK 50,844.31
SEK 52,035.73
DKK 34,996.34

About the Item

This refined 22 kt gold ring is centred around an authentic Roman glass bead dating back to the 2nd / 3rd century AD, its deep blue surface carrying the silent traces of nearly two millennia of history. The intricate hand-worked gold structure evokes the Knot of Hercules — one of the most meaningful and enduring symbols of the ancient Roman world. Associated with Hercules himself, the knot embodied strength, protection, unity, and the unbreakable bond between souls. In Roman tradition, the Knot of Hercules was believed to possess protective and sacred powers. It was often linked to marriage rituals and worn as a symbol of eternal union, resilience, and fidelity — a powerful emblem capable of overcoming adversity and safeguarding love through time. The textured godronato gold work creates a continuous intertwining movement around the ancient glass, transforming this jewel into more than an ornament: a timeless talisman where history, symbolism, and craftsmanship become one.

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