Medieval Bronze “The Moonlight Talisman” — Beautiful Bronze Ring with Domed Moonstone and Elaborate Beaded (No reserve price)

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Ruth Garrido Vila
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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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€60
IT
€57
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€53

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The Moonlight Talisman is an original medieval bronze ring with a domed moonstone set in an ornate beaded bezel, dating from circa 12th–15th century AD and acquired in 2025 from the Netherlands in good condition.

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Description from the seller

A beautiful and enchanting bronze-coloured ring featuring a prominent, softly luminous, domed gemstone, surrounded by an elaborate beaded setting and an exceptionally decorative band.

The centrepiece is a large, rounded, translucent stone with delicate cloudy inclusions and a soft, silvery appearance reminiscent of moonlight.

The gemstone is held within a raised circular bezel, bordered by a striking arrangement of small rounded ornaments that create an elegant crown-like effect.

The broad ring band is decorated with multiple parallel rows of tiny raised patterns, giving the entire piece a richly textured and sophisticated appearance.

The Symbolism of the Moon

Throughout history, the moon has inspired associations with mystery, intuition, renewal and the passage of time.

In medieval European traditions, lunar imagery was also associated with the changing rhythms of nature and the celestial heavens.

The pale, luminous appearance of the central stone invites a romantic interpretation of the ring as a Moonlight Talisman — a symbolic jewel evoking serenity, protection and the mysteries of the night.

A Beautiful Combination of Colour and Texture

The green and brown surface tones contrast beautifully with the pale central gemstone. The raised beaded bezel and finely patterned band give the ring a distinctive ornamental character.

A captivating piece of jewellery, combining elegant craftsmanship, rich decorative detail and the timeless fascination of moonlight.

A beautiful and enchanting bronze-coloured ring featuring a prominent, softly luminous, domed gemstone, surrounded by an elaborate beaded setting and an exceptionally decorative band.

The centrepiece is a large, rounded, translucent stone with delicate cloudy inclusions and a soft, silvery appearance reminiscent of moonlight.

The gemstone is held within a raised circular bezel, bordered by a striking arrangement of small rounded ornaments that create an elegant crown-like effect.

The broad ring band is decorated with multiple parallel rows of tiny raised patterns, giving the entire piece a richly textured and sophisticated appearance.

The Symbolism of the Moon

Throughout history, the moon has inspired associations with mystery, intuition, renewal and the passage of time.

In medieval European traditions, lunar imagery was also associated with the changing rhythms of nature and the celestial heavens.

The pale, luminous appearance of the central stone invites a romantic interpretation of the ring as a Moonlight Talisman — a symbolic jewel evoking serenity, protection and the mysteries of the night.

A Beautiful Combination of Colour and Texture

The green and brown surface tones contrast beautifully with the pale central gemstone. The raised beaded bezel and finely patterned band give the ring a distinctive ornamental character.

A captivating piece of jewellery, combining elegant craftsmanship, rich decorative detail and the timeless fascination of moonlight.

Details

Culture
Medieval
Century/timeframe
circa 12th–15th century AD
Name of object
“The Moonlight Talisman” — Beautiful Bronze Ring with Domed Moonstone and Elaborate Beaded
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
2025
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
The NetherlandsVerified
477
Objects sold
94.67%
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