Dolphin Gem Ring - Pewter

Product History

Finger rings were widely worn by men and women in Roman times. These were generally made from gold, silver or bronze. Gem stones were used to adorn necklaces, ear-rings and were especially popular in rings. Gold rings were a badge of rank for equestrians and rings with carved stones were used to seal documents.

Roman men were keen followers of fashion. They wore a knee-length tunic with undergarments and various types of cloak. On formal occasions they wore a heavy white toga.

Women wore an inner and outer tunic of wool, or linen, and sometimes a cloak. Wealthy women wore imported silks and cottons from China and India. Make-up was also used and a pale facial complexion was very fashionable. Chalk or white lead was used to achieve this whilst red ochre was used for blusher and lip colour.

Gold Ring