Medieval, Crusaders Era Bronze Medieval / Crusader Era Bronze Ring with Geometric Engraved Bezel – ca. 11th–14th Century AD - 25 mm (No reserve price)

Medieval bronze ring with a distinctive, pointed-oval ring plate and incised geometric decoration. Due to its form and ornamentation, the piece can probably be assigned to the High- to Late Middle Ages, roughly the 11th–14th centuries AD.

The elongated ring plate shows a symmetrically structured geometric composition. A central field is flanked on both sides by angular or chevron-shaped elements. Several surrounding lines form a clearly pronounced frame. The engraving remains well recognizable despite age-related surface changes.

Comparable bronze rings with geometrically decorated ring plates are known from the medieval eastern Mediterranean and are sometimes associated with the cultural milieu of the Crusader era. Without a secured archaeological find context, a direct attribution to the Crusaders cannot be proven; the term “Crusader Era” therefore refers to the likely time frame and typological context.

The ring has a robust, fully preserved shank and a greenish-brown patina with evident aging and wear. The combination of the characteristic plate form and the preserved geometric decor makes the piece particularly decorative.

Details:
Object: Finger ring
Era: Medieval / Crusader Era
Dating: approx. 11th–14th century AD
Material: Bronze / copper alloy
Weight: 5.31 g
Overall height: approx. 25 mm
Inner diameter: approx. 16 mm
Ring plate: approx. 16 × 9 mm
Motif: symmetrical geometric ornament
Magnet test: non-magnetic
Condition: fully preserved; noticeable age-related patina and surface traces; engraving well recognizable

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