Ancient Roman UTERE FILICITER Silver Signet Ring animal jewellery A superb Victorian brown bear

A superb Victorian brown bear pendant dating from the latter half of the 19th Century

vibrant colour

A charming antique miniature egg pendant

while the other side features a glass locket compartment

with studs all around the band designed to be used as a physical method of keeping count of the number of Hail Marys said as the mysteries are contemplated

Ancient Roman UTERE FILICITER Silver Signet Ring animal jewellery A superb Victorian brown bearDATE: 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.