Byzantine Bronze Signet Ring with Cruciform Monogram 10th to 11th Century AD (No reserve price)
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Byzantine bronze signet ring with a cruciform monogram dating to the 10th–11th century AD, in good condition and authentic, dimensions 2.1 × 1.8 cm and weight 7.77 g.
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Byzantine Bronze Signet Ring with Cruciform Monogram – 10th to 11th Century AD
A Byzantine bronze signet ring featuring a substantial hoop widening toward a raised rectangular bezel engraved with a complex cruciform monogram. The deeply incised geometric arrangement was designed to function as a personal sealing device, combining letters and cross-shaped elements in a form characteristic of Byzantine monogram rings. The ring preserves an extensive dark brown and green archaeological patina, with mineral deposits and surface wear that emphasize the strongly aged character of the piece while leaving the engraved design clearly visible.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 2.1 x 1.8 cm
Weight: 7.77 gr
Provenance: Acquired in Germany at an Auction House.
We guarantee the authenticity of the pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years. A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email.
This item has been legally acquired under European Law.
Byzantine Bronze Signet Ring with Cruciform Monogram – 10th to 11th Century AD
A Byzantine bronze signet ring featuring a substantial hoop widening toward a raised rectangular bezel engraved with a complex cruciform monogram. The deeply incised geometric arrangement was designed to function as a personal sealing device, combining letters and cross-shaped elements in a form characteristic of Byzantine monogram rings. The ring preserves an extensive dark brown and green archaeological patina, with mineral deposits and surface wear that emphasize the strongly aged character of the piece while leaving the engraved design clearly visible.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 2.1 x 1.8 cm
Weight: 7.77 gr
Provenance: Acquired in Germany at an Auction House.
We guarantee the authenticity of the pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years. A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email.
This item has been legally acquired under European Law.
Details
Culture
Byzantine
Century/timeframe
10th to 11th Century AD
Name of object
Signet Ring with Cruciform Monogram 10th to 11th Century AD
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
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
Authenticity
Original/official
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