Medieval Bronze “The Emerald of Fortune” — Beautiful Ring with Deep Green Stone — Symbol of Prosperity and (No reserve price)

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Ruth Garrido Vila
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

Estimate  € 150 - € 200
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A medieval bronze ring with a deep-green, translucent gemstone set in a circular bezel and broad shoulders, dating to circa 12th–15th century AD and titled 'The Emerald of Fortune'.

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Description from the seller

A captivating bronze-coloured ring featuring a magnificent deep-green stone, beautifully framed by a substantial circular bezel and broad, elegantly shaped shoulders.

The centrepiece is a striking, translucent green stone with a rich emerald-like colour. Its softly rounded surface catches the light beautifully, revealing remarkable variations between dark forest green and luminous emerald tones.

The gemstone is surrounded by a prominent, slightly irregular bezel, giving the ring a distinctive and individual character.

The broad shoulders taper gracefully towards the band, creating a powerful yet elegant silhouette. The surface displays contrasting green, brown and golden tones that enhance its historical appearance.

The Symbolism of the Green Stone

Throughout history, green gemstones have been admired for their association with nature, renewal, fertility, prosperity and good fortune.

In medieval symbolism, the colour green could evoke the vitality of the natural world, hope and the promise of new beginnings.

The central stone lends itself to a romantic interpretation as a talisman of prosperity, harmony and protection — a jewel symbolically connected with growth, abundance and the enduring power of nature.

A Ring of Timeless Character

The combination of its richly coloured stone, substantial setting and beautifully weathered appearance creates an impressive piece of jewellery.

Its simple but commanding design gives particular prominence to the green stone, making this an attractive ring for collectors of historical-style jewellery and symbolic ornaments.

A captivating bronze-coloured ring featuring a magnificent deep-green stone, beautifully framed by a substantial circular bezel and broad, elegantly shaped shoulders.

The centrepiece is a striking, translucent green stone with a rich emerald-like colour. Its softly rounded surface catches the light beautifully, revealing remarkable variations between dark forest green and luminous emerald tones.

The gemstone is surrounded by a prominent, slightly irregular bezel, giving the ring a distinctive and individual character.

The broad shoulders taper gracefully towards the band, creating a powerful yet elegant silhouette. The surface displays contrasting green, brown and golden tones that enhance its historical appearance.

The Symbolism of the Green Stone

Throughout history, green gemstones have been admired for their association with nature, renewal, fertility, prosperity and good fortune.

In medieval symbolism, the colour green could evoke the vitality of the natural world, hope and the promise of new beginnings.

The central stone lends itself to a romantic interpretation as a talisman of prosperity, harmony and protection — a jewel symbolically connected with growth, abundance and the enduring power of nature.

A Ring of Timeless Character

The combination of its richly coloured stone, substantial setting and beautifully weathered appearance creates an impressive piece of jewellery.

Its simple but commanding design gives particular prominence to the green stone, making this an attractive ring for collectors of historical-style jewellery and symbolic ornaments.

Details

Culture
Medieval
Century/timeframe
circa 12th–15th century AD
Name of object
“The Emerald of Fortune” — Beautiful Ring with Deep Green Stone — Symbol of Prosperity and
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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