Medieval Bronze Ring with clustered rounded reliefs – 10th–15th century AD (No reserve price)

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Medieval bronze ring with a narrow hoop and a raised head formed by several rounded elements, a cluster relief dating from the 10th–15th century AD, measuring 2.2 x 1.5 cm and weighing 2.54 g; authentic and acquired from Casa de subastas in Germany.

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Bronze ring with clustered rounded reliefs – 10th–15th century AD
A bronze ring with a relatively narrow hoop and a raised head formed by several rounded elements, creating a small cluster. Green and brown deposits remain within the cavities and around the projections, while exposed areas show greater wear. The irregular relief gives the head an organic appearance. The photographs do not establish whether every visible element belongs to the metal or whether traces of another filling material remain. The elevated head is the most prominent feature in profile, contrasting with the simpler circular opening of the hoop below. Small recesses between the rounded elements retain darker material, increasing the impression of depth. Areas of green alteration are distributed unevenly and do not form a clearly identifiable decorative pattern of their own. The irregular surface and softened edges should be retained when assessing the appearance of the ring, rather than interpreted as a complete reconstruction of its original ornament.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 2.2 x 1.5 cm
Weight: 2.54 gr
Provenance: Acquired in Germany from an auction house, previously from a personal collection.
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 in accordance with European law.

Bronze ring with clustered rounded reliefs – 10th–15th century AD
A bronze ring with a relatively narrow hoop and a raised head formed by several rounded elements, creating a small cluster. Green and brown deposits remain within the cavities and around the projections, while exposed areas show greater wear. The irregular relief gives the head an organic appearance. The photographs do not establish whether every visible element belongs to the metal or whether traces of another filling material remain. The elevated head is the most prominent feature in profile, contrasting with the simpler circular opening of the hoop below. Small recesses between the rounded elements retain darker material, increasing the impression of depth. Areas of green alteration are distributed unevenly and do not form a clearly identifiable decorative pattern of their own. The irregular surface and softened edges should be retained when assessing the appearance of the ring, rather than interpreted as a complete reconstruction of its original ornament.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 2.2 x 1.5 cm
Weight: 2.54 gr
Provenance: Acquired in Germany from an auction house, previously from a personal collection.
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 in accordance with European law.

Details

Culture
Medieval
Century/timeframe
10th to 15th century AD
Name of object
Ring with clustered rounded reliefs – 10th–15th century AD
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2000
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Auction house
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
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
The NetherlandsVerified
489
Objects sold
100%
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