Ionic Column Ring

Mars is the Roman god of war. He was depicted as either a mature, bearded warrior dressed in battle arms or a nude beardless youth with helm and spear. His attributes are golden armor and a bronze-tipped spear. His sacred animals are the vulture, venomous snakes, alligators, dogs, and boars. He is also depicted as the guardian of agriculture.

Roman Denarius, 48 BC. Rome Mint, Albinus Bruti, Moneyer, Obverse: Portrait of Mars facing right. Reverse: Carnyses (Celtic Bronze Trumpets), Oval & Round Shields: 18kt yellow gold Roman style mounting.