Stunning Merovingian Gaul Silver Ring
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Stunning Merovingian Gaul silver ring dating to 400–750 AD, weighing 2.31 g with a hollow conical bezel depicting Domeatop churches and other places of worship, a separately handcrafted bezel, size 17.8 × 15.6 mm, acquired from a private Belgian collection in 1985 and in very good condition with minor wear.
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A Stunning Silver Merovingian Ring 400-750 AD
Conical bezel is hollow and represents the Dome atop Churches and other places of worship.
Separate hand crafted bezel.
Extremely Rare Piece.
The Merovingian period (c. 400–750 AD) is the period in which the Franks, following the departure of the Romans, filled a power vacuum and established an empire in large parts of present-day Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, France, and Germany. These dynamic early Middle Ages were known for the fusion of Roman and Germanic cultures.
Weight: 2.31 Gram
Ring Size: 17.8 x 15.6 mm
Material: Silver
Source: Pollio Page 115
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A Stunning Silver Merovingian Ring 400-750 AD
Conical bezel is hollow and represents the Dome atop Churches and other places of worship.
Separate hand crafted bezel.
Extremely Rare Piece.
The Merovingian period (c. 400–750 AD) is the period in which the Franks, following the departure of the Romans, filled a power vacuum and established an empire in large parts of present-day Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, France, and Germany. These dynamic early Middle Ages were known for the fusion of Roman and Germanic cultures.
Weight: 2.31 Gram
Ring Size: 17.8 x 15.6 mm
Material: Silver
Source: Pollio Page 115
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Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Stunning Merovingian Gaul
Metal
Silver
Century/timeframe
400-750 AD
Acquired from
Inherited
Total weight
2.31 g
Year acquired
1985
Condition
Very good condition - slightly used with small signs of wear
Country acquired from
Belgium
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1966
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
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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.
