Medieval Bronze - very rare talisman ring with a magical pentagram - 15 mm - 9th to 11th centuries AD Ring (No reserve price)
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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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Description from the seller
This is a beautiful bronze amulet/talisman decorated with a magical pentagram.
The pentagram symbol is often associated with mystical worship and rituals. It was also used to ward off magic and evil spirits.
Origin: Germany
Bronze
Date, 9th to 11th centuries AD
Period/culture: Medieval
Condition: Very good-looking Patina - See photos.
Measures: Interior 15 mm
Weight: 3 grams
Origin:
Acquired by the current owner in 2004 in Vienna, Austria, at the Art and Antiques Fair.
Collected since: 1980.
Previous owners' history: former private collection of an Austrian collector.
The seller will ensure that all necessary permits are processed.
No shipments are made outside the EU.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an ancient private collection, not a company. Its authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest that you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a certificate of authenticity.
The seller can prove that the batch was obtained legally.
Declaration of provenance viewed by Catawiki.
See images for proper printing
It is guaranteed that this item is a genuine and antique Talisman.
1107/BAY 2
This is a beautiful bronze amulet/talisman decorated with a magical pentagram.
The pentagram symbol is often associated with mystical worship and rituals. It was also used to ward off magic and evil spirits.
Origin: Germany
Bronze
Date, 9th to 11th centuries AD
Period/culture: Medieval
Condition: Very good-looking Patina - See photos.
Measures: Interior 15 mm
Weight: 3 grams
Origin:
Acquired by the current owner in 2004 in Vienna, Austria, at the Art and Antiques Fair.
Collected since: 1980.
Previous owners' history: former private collection of an Austrian collector.
The seller will ensure that all necessary permits are processed.
No shipments are made outside the EU.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an ancient private collection, not a company. Its authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest that you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a certificate of authenticity.
The seller can prove that the batch was obtained legally.
Declaration of provenance viewed by Catawiki.
See images for proper printing
It is guaranteed that this item is a genuine and antique Talisman.
1107/BAY 2
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Medieval
Metal
Bronze - very rare talisman ring with a magical pentagram - 15 mm - 9th to 11th centuries AD
Century/ Timeframe
siglos 9º al 11º DC
Acquired from
Private collection
Total weight
3 g
Year acquired
2004
Condition
Good condition - used with some signs of wear
Country acquired from
Spain
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1870
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
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.
