Despre Dextrarum Iunctio şi inele asociate cu logodna descoperite pe teritoriul Daciei romane
About Dextrarum Iunctio and Rings Associated with the Engagement Discovered in Roman Dacia

Summary/Abstract: This article aims to bring into discussion seven artifacts discovered in the Roman province of Dacia. These jewels (three gemstones and four rings) were discovered at Porolissum, Cristeşti, Apulum and Tibiscum. All these are small pieces made of gold, glass and carnelian. Because of the familiar representations of dextrarum iunctio, the jewels were classified as engagement jewels, or even engagement rings. Unfortunately, most of the artifacts that are discussed in this article do not keep information on the discovery context, therefore they have been dated during the existence of the Roman province. In our opinion, because the place of the discovery and the representation, it is possible that at least two of these jewels (the gem from Porolissum and the ring found at Tibiscum) are not connected with the custom of sponsalia. They can be a sign of belonging which may have a military or economic significance- demonstrating the owner affiliation to the military life or to a particular economical sector.

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