Medieval Bronze Ring – AD 1000 to 1400 – 21 mm height / 15 mm internal diameter – 1.80 g This ancient bronze ring showcases a compact yet elegant form, with a raised bezel that likely once held a decorative stone or glass inlay, now lost to time. The ring’s simple band gently flares upward to support the bezel, whose irregular yet deliberate geometry suggests a handmade, individualized piece. Its modest size and refined structure may indicate its use by a woman or adolescent in the medieval period, possibly serving both decorative and symbolic purposes. The surface displays a stable green patina, with light earthen deposits consistent with long-term burial. The ring’s form remains intact and wearable, testifying to the durability of medieval craftsmanship and the status of metal rings in medieval Europe, whether as personal adornment, token of allegiance, or religious signifier. • Material: Bronze • Dimensions: 21 mm (height) / 15 mm (internal diameter) • Weight: 1.80 g • Date: ca. AD 1000–1400 • Condition: Very good condition, with preserved form, natural patina, and minor surface encrustation A fine and characteristic example of medieval adornment, evoking the intimate history of its wearer. Provenance: Acquired from an auction house in 2025, previously owned by a collector from the South of Germany, acquired in the 1980s.