Byzantine Bronze, ring with bezel decorated with an interesting geometric design - 18 mm - 6th to 9th Ring (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Bronze Byzantine ring with a bevelled bezel decorated with geometric motifs, 19 mm internal diameter, 5.95 g, dating to the 11th–13th centuries, in good condition with signs of wear.
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Description from the seller
The bezel has a central design featuring a wheel-like figure or sun with rays, surrounded by lines and geometric shapes that could represent elements of protection, power or natural cycles.
Material: bronze,
Dimensions: 19 mm inner diameter
weight: 9.30 g
Era: 11th to 13th centuries AD
Condition: Excellent patina, usable. see photos.
Its surface shows calcifications and concretions typical of its age, and these are the best guarantee of its authenticity,
This item does not require an export license within the EU
No shipments outside the EU.
Provenance:
Acquired by the current owner in 2004 in Austria on the Art and Antiquities market.
The supplier guarantees that he acquired this piece legally.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not from a company; its authenticity and period have been verified and accepted by Catawiki experts using their own different methods..
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1435/NAM
The bezel has a central design featuring a wheel-like figure or sun with rays, surrounded by lines and geometric shapes that could represent elements of protection, power or natural cycles.
Material: bronze,
Dimensions: 19 mm inner diameter
weight: 9.30 g
Era: 11th to 13th centuries AD
Condition: Excellent patina, usable. see photos.
Its surface shows calcifications and concretions typical of its age, and these are the best guarantee of its authenticity,
This item does not require an export license within the EU
No shipments outside the EU.
Provenance:
Acquired by the current owner in 2004 in Austria on the Art and Antiquities market.
The supplier guarantees that he acquired this piece legally.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not from a company; its authenticity and period have been verified and accepted by Catawiki experts using their own different methods..
I suggest you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as your CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY.
By bidding, the buyer agrees to my terms. If you do not agree, do not bid.
Catawiki has seen the documentation proving this provenance.
Important information The seller guarantees that he has the right to sell/export this lot.
1435/NAM
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Byzantine
Metal
Bronze, ring with bezel decorated with an interesting geometric design - 18 mm - 6th to 9th
Century/timeframe
11º al 13º DC
Acquired from
Private collection
Total weight
5.95 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
Austria
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.
