Byzantine Silver & Carnelian Ring - 4.2 grams
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Near East/Holy Land, Byzantine Empire, ca. 9th to 11th century CE. A gorgeous ancient ring with an ornate, wide band of silver, its exterior studded with silver granulations, and an inset, large carnelian of deep, smoky red color. Carnelians were imported from India to the Byzantine Empire and were a highly desirable jewel during this time period. Probably made to be worn by a man, based on the size. Size: 1" in diameter (2.5 cm); US ring size 7.75; 4.2 grams
Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection
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#129474
Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#129474
Condition
Slight bending to form with very light scratching on the face of the carnelian. Dark, rich patina on surface.
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Byzantine Silver & Carnelian Ring - 4.2 grams
Estimate $400 - $600
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