Late Roman/Early Byzantine Bronze Ring - 4th to 6th Century AD (No reserve price)
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Late Roman–Early Byzantine bronze signet ring with an elongated oval bezel and incised geometric motif, dating to the 4th–6th Century AD, weighing 2.42 g with dimensions 2.1 × 2.0 cm and showing signs of wear in reasonable condition.
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Late Roman–Early Byzantine Bronze Signet Ring with Incised Geometric Motif – 4th to 6th Century AD
A cast bronze signet ring attributed to the Late Roman–Early Byzantine period, formed with a broad hoop expanding into an elongated oval bezel. The surface is engraved with a schematic geometric composition of intersecting horizontal and vertical lines, possibly representing a stylised monogram or protective symbol. Additional linear decoration extends along the shoulders, while the dark archaeological patina and mineral deposits emphasize the ring’s ancient character. The compact integral construction and abstract engraving are consistent with personal signet and amuletic rings used throughout the Eastern Roman world during Late Antiquity.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 2.1 × 2.0 cm
Weight: 2.42 g
Provenance: Acquired in Germany. From a German private collection assembled during the 1980s.
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Late Roman–Early Byzantine Bronze Signet Ring with Incised Geometric Motif – 4th to 6th Century AD
A cast bronze signet ring attributed to the Late Roman–Early Byzantine period, formed with a broad hoop expanding into an elongated oval bezel. The surface is engraved with a schematic geometric composition of intersecting horizontal and vertical lines, possibly representing a stylised monogram or protective symbol. Additional linear decoration extends along the shoulders, while the dark archaeological patina and mineral deposits emphasize the ring’s ancient character. The compact integral construction and abstract engraving are consistent with personal signet and amuletic rings used throughout the Eastern Roman world during Late Antiquity.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 2.1 × 2.0 cm
Weight: 2.42 g
Provenance: Acquired in Germany. From a German private collection assembled during the 1980s.
All items come with CoA sent to your email address.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Late Roman/Early Byzantine
Metal
Bronze
Century/timeframe
4th to 6th Century AD
Acquired from
Auction house
Total weight
2.42 g
Year acquired
2026
Condition
Fair condition - used with visible signs of wear
Country acquired from
Germany
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Title additional information
4th to 6th Century AD
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
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