1st century BC-1st century AD. An iron finger ring with blue-black agate gemstone with profile imperial bearded bust, inscribed with the letter 'I L I' to either side of the neck. 4.38 grams, 24.89mm overall, 20.67mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16) (1"). From an important Austrian collection; formerly with Herman Historica, Munich, Germany, auction 64, lot 3305; previously in the South German collection since the 1970s. Very fine condition.