Byzantine Stunning Text Intaglio Carnelian Ring

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Rare Byzantine carnelian intaglio stone dating to the 7th–10th century AD, weighing 0.48 g and measuring 9.3 × 9.2 mm, legally obtained and acquired from Veilinghuis in Germany in 2025.

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A Rare Byzantine Intaglio Carnelian Stone
Intaglio shows a Text
Interesting Piece .

Weight : 0.48 Gram
Ring Size : 9.3 x 9.2 mm
Material : Intaglio Carnelian
Source : Precious stones
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A Rare Byzantine Intaglio Carnelian Stone
Intaglio shows a Text
Interesting Piece .

Weight : 0.48 Gram
Ring Size : 9.3 x 9.2 mm
Material : Intaglio Carnelian
Source : Precious stones
See images for own impression

Details

Era
Before 1400
Culture
Byzantine
Metal
Stunning Text Intaglio Carnelian
Century/ Timeframe
7-10 AD
Acquired from
Auction house
Total weight
0.48 g
Year acquired
2025
Condition
Excellent condition - barely used with minimal signs of wear
Country acquired from
Germany
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1996
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
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