Viking Era Bronze, Nice ring depicting a solar system - 18 mm - 9th to 11th centuries AD Ring (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 150 - € 200
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Bronze ring depicting a solar system dating to the Viking era (9th–11th century AD), with an inner diameter of 18 mm and weighing 2.85 g, in good used condition and previously from a private collection acquired in 2004 in Austria with no EU export license required and no shipping outside the EU.
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Description from the seller
Description: These symbols were used to represent the power and energy of the sun; one of the most prominent sun cults was the Cult of Sol Invictus, a sun god whose name translates as the "Invincible Sun." This cult had a large following among the Viking elite, and its practices included worshiping the sun, burning incense, and sacrificing various animals to the sun god.
These patterns can be found on jewelry, clothing, and even coins, very widespread across Viking society.
Material: Bronze
Condition: excellent/useable,
Date: 9th to 11th century AD
Dimensions: inner diameter 18 mm,
Weight: 2.85 grams
The surface shows calcifications and concretions typical of its age and of prolonged burial, which are the best guarantee of its authenticity.
No repairs or alterations.
Origin:
Acquired by the current owner in 2004 in Paris at the Art and Antiques Fair.
This item does not require an export license within the EU
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IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not a company; authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own different methods..
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Description: These symbols were used to represent the power and energy of the sun; one of the most prominent sun cults was the Cult of Sol Invictus, a sun god whose name translates as the "Invincible Sun." This cult had a large following among the Viking elite, and its practices included worshiping the sun, burning incense, and sacrificing various animals to the sun god.
These patterns can be found on jewelry, clothing, and even coins, very widespread across Viking society.
Material: Bronze
Condition: excellent/useable,
Date: 9th to 11th century AD
Dimensions: inner diameter 18 mm,
Weight: 2.85 grams
The surface shows calcifications and concretions typical of its age and of prolonged burial, which are the best guarantee of its authenticity.
No repairs or alterations.
Origin:
Acquired by the current owner in 2004 in Paris at the Art and Antiques Fair.
This item does not require an export license within the EU
@@@@@@@@@@@@No se hacen envíos fuera de la UE@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not a company; authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own different methods..
By bidding, the buyer accepts my terms. If you do not agree, do not bid.
The seller guarantees that they legally acquired this piece.
Catawiki has seen documents proving this provenance.
Important information that the seller guarantees that they have the right to sell/export and
818 a/spqr1
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Viking Era
Metal
Nice ring depicting a solar system - 18 mm - 9th to 11th centuries AD, Bronze
Century/timeframe
9º-11º DC
Acquired from
Private collection
Total weight
2.85 g
Year acquired
2004
Condition
Good condition - used with some signs of wear
Country acquired from
Austria
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
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.
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.
