ROMAN PROSTITUTE'S RING, C.100-300 AD, SIZE 6 ¾ july-ring having been an element in

having been an element in the arms of Godfrey of Bouillon which he wore during the First Crusade

Failure to do so was punishable by death

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though its significance

ROMAN PROSTITUTE'S RING, C.100-300 AD, SIZE 6 ¾ july-ring having been an element inGilt bronze, size 6 3 4. Rounded face band, 1 4mm width tapering from the bottom. Stepped and expanded edge bezel with the center of pyramid form superficially imitating a gemstone and blatantly advertising the intentions of the wearer. Roman prostitutes were typically adolescents, largely slaves. Prostitution was practiced openly with brothels sometimes sharing doors with libraries. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored.