BYZANTINE BRONZE RING WITH STONE

Ca. 600-800 AD
A bronze ring adorned with a captivating red stone. It comprises a flat section shank and a large bezel cell with an intricately designed border, serving as a decorative frame for the centerpiece. Within this bezel cell, a convex stone gem, radiating a stunning red hue, is securely nestled. In the Byzantine era, stone rings held considerable prominence and were regarded as coveted accessories. They not only embellished the fingers of the wearer but also symbolized personal taste, social status, and cultural affiliations.
Size: D: 18.34mm / US: 8 1/4 / UK: Q; 9g
Provenance: Private London collection, pre-2000s.
Estimate: GBP 200 - 400