ROMAN/BYZANTINE RING, C.5TH-8TH CENTURY AD, SIZE 11 1/2

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Gilt bronze size 11 ½ with 2.8mm low rounded face band expanding to the transversely banded and foliate decorated shoulders. Bordered shield shaped bezel crisply incised with bifurcated foliage on reeded ground The effect in combination with the shaped edge is as a fox’s face. Perhaps unintentional, but likely a clandestine pagan reference as this was the time of widespread conversions to Christianity. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity. Rare large wearable size.

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ROMAN/BYZANTINE RING, C.5TH-8TH CENTURY AD, SIZE 11 1/2

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Feb 18, 2026, 4:02 PM EST

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