Medieval, Crusaders Era Bronze Seal Ring (No reserve price)
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Early Medieval bronze seal ring dating to the 6th–10th century AD, with a circular bezel engraved with a geometric motif, provenance Germany from a private collection, dimensions 1.8 × 1.9 cm, weight 3.20 g, authentic and original.
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Early Medieval Bronze Seal Ring – 6th to 10th Century AD
A well-preserved Early Medieval bronze seal ring dating to the 6th to 10th Century AD. The ring features a circular bezel engraved with a carefully executed geometric motif formed by intersecting linear elements arranged around a central axis. These abstract symbols were widely employed during the Early Medieval period as personal marks of identity, ownership, or symbolic devices, replacing the figurative iconography more typical of the Roman era.
The robust cast construction, simple circular bezel and engraved geometric decoration are characteristic of Germanic metalwork from the early medieval centuries. Rings of this type served both as personal ornaments and functional seal rings, capable of impressing their distinctive design into wax or soft clay. The piece retains an attractive archaeological patina and clear engraved details, reflecting its long burial while preserving its original appearance.
Material: Bronze
Culture: Early Medieval European (Germanic)
Date: 6th to 10th Century AD
Dimensions: 1.8 × 1.9 cm
Weight: 3.20 g
Provenance: Acquired in Germany. From a German private collection assembled in the 1970s.
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Early Medieval Bronze Seal Ring – 6th to 10th Century AD
A well-preserved Early Medieval bronze seal ring dating to the 6th to 10th Century AD. The ring features a circular bezel engraved with a carefully executed geometric motif formed by intersecting linear elements arranged around a central axis. These abstract symbols were widely employed during the Early Medieval period as personal marks of identity, ownership, or symbolic devices, replacing the figurative iconography more typical of the Roman era.
The robust cast construction, simple circular bezel and engraved geometric decoration are characteristic of Germanic metalwork from the early medieval centuries. Rings of this type served both as personal ornaments and functional seal rings, capable of impressing their distinctive design into wax or soft clay. The piece retains an attractive archaeological patina and clear engraved details, reflecting its long burial while preserving its original appearance.
Material: Bronze
Culture: Early Medieval European (Germanic)
Date: 6th to 10th Century AD
Dimensions: 1.8 × 1.9 cm
Weight: 3.20 g
Provenance: Acquired in Germany. From a German private collection assembled in the 1970s.
All items come with CoA sent to your email address.
Details
Culture
Medieval, Crusaders Era
Century/timeframe
6th to 10th Century AD
Name of object
Seal Ring
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2026
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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