Medieval, Crusaders Era Bronze - very rare talisman ring with a magical pentagram - 16 mm Ring (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Bronze talisman ring with a pentagram, from medieval Crusader culture, dating to the 11th–13th century AD, interior 16 mm, weight 3.86 g, origin Germany/Austria, acquired in 2004 from a private collection.
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Description from the seller
This is a beautiful bronze amulet/talisman decorated with a magical pentagram.
The symbol of the pentagram is often associated with cults and mysterious rituals. It was also used to ward off magic and evil spirits.
Origin: Germany
Material: bronze
Date, 9th to 11th centuries AD
Period/culture: Medieval
Condition: Very good - great patina - see photos.
Measures: Interior 16 mm
Weight: 3.86 grams
Origin:
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Munich at the Art and Antiques Fair.
Collected since: 1980.
Previous owner history: former private collection of a German collector.
This article does not require an export license within the EU.
No shipments are made outside the EU.
It presents on its surface the calcifications and concretions characteristic of its age, which are the best guarantee of its authenticity.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an ancient private collection, not a company. Its authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest that you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a certificate of authenticity.
The seller can prove that the batch was obtained legally.
Declaration of provenance viewed by Catawiki.
See images for proper printing.
It is guaranteed that this item is a genuine and antique Talisman.
351/BAY 1
This is a beautiful bronze amulet/talisman decorated with a magical pentagram.
The symbol of the pentagram is often associated with cults and mysterious rituals. It was also used to ward off magic and evil spirits.
Origin: Germany
Material: bronze
Date, 9th to 11th centuries AD
Period/culture: Medieval
Condition: Very good - great patina - see photos.
Measures: Interior 16 mm
Weight: 3.86 grams
Origin:
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Munich at the Art and Antiques Fair.
Collected since: 1980.
Previous owner history: former private collection of a German collector.
This article does not require an export license within the EU.
No shipments are made outside the EU.
It presents on its surface the calcifications and concretions characteristic of its age, which are the best guarantee of its authenticity.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an ancient private collection, not a company. Its authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest that you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a certificate of authenticity.
The seller can prove that the batch was obtained legally.
Declaration of provenance viewed by Catawiki.
See images for proper printing.
It is guaranteed that this item is a genuine and antique Talisman.
351/BAY 1
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Medieval, Crusaders Era
Metal
Bronze - very rare talisman ring with a magical pentagram - 16 mm
Century/ Timeframe
11th-13th C. AD
Acquired from
Private collection
Total weight
3.86 g
Year acquired
2004
Condition
Very good condition - slightly used with small signs of wear
Country acquired from
Austria
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1870
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
