Medieval, Crusaders Era Bronze Ring “Star of Bethlehem” at its heart stands for a Guide and a Guardian, (No reserve price)






Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Bronze Ring 'Star of Bethlehem', Crusader period (12th–13th century), from the Eastern Mediterranean/Holy Land, featuring a broad circular bezel with a stylised star engraving, in excellent condition, previously owned by a private collection and acquired from an auction house in Germany in 2024.
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A remarkable and beautifully preserved medieval Crusader seal ring, crafted in bronze and featuring a boldly engraved Star of Bethlehem motif. This symbol—commonly associated with divine guidance, pilgrimage, and the Nativity—was frequently used by Christian warriors and travelers during the Crusader period.
The ring displays a broad, circular bezel, expertly carved with a stylised star at the center, framed by radiating linear patterns and geometric borders. The engraving remains crisp despite its great age, retaining excellent visibility under angled light.
The band shows a smooth, even patina typical of excavated medieval bronze, with natural wear that testifies to centuries of use. Elegant in proportion, the ring is still perfectly wearable today (with care) and stands as a powerful artifact of crusading faith and identity.
This type of ring was commonly used both as personal adornment and as a seal, pressed into wax to authenticate documents or mark personal belongings. The Star of Bethlehem symbol made it especially meaningful for pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land.
Condition:
Good condition for its age, with an attractive dark patina, minor surface wear, and fully legible engraving. No repairs.
Material: Bronze
Dating: 12th–13th century A.D. (Crusader Period)
Origin: Eastern Mediterranean / Holy Land
Ring size: approx. 22 mm
A fine and evocative piece of medieval Christian symbolism, and an excellent addition to any collection of Crusader, pilgrim, or medieval jewelry.
A remarkable and beautifully preserved medieval Crusader seal ring, crafted in bronze and featuring a boldly engraved Star of Bethlehem motif. This symbol—commonly associated with divine guidance, pilgrimage, and the Nativity—was frequently used by Christian warriors and travelers during the Crusader period.
The ring displays a broad, circular bezel, expertly carved with a stylised star at the center, framed by radiating linear patterns and geometric borders. The engraving remains crisp despite its great age, retaining excellent visibility under angled light.
The band shows a smooth, even patina typical of excavated medieval bronze, with natural wear that testifies to centuries of use. Elegant in proportion, the ring is still perfectly wearable today (with care) and stands as a powerful artifact of crusading faith and identity.
This type of ring was commonly used both as personal adornment and as a seal, pressed into wax to authenticate documents or mark personal belongings. The Star of Bethlehem symbol made it especially meaningful for pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land.
Condition:
Good condition for its age, with an attractive dark patina, minor surface wear, and fully legible engraving. No repairs.
Material: Bronze
Dating: 12th–13th century A.D. (Crusader Period)
Origin: Eastern Mediterranean / Holy Land
Ring size: approx. 22 mm
A fine and evocative piece of medieval Christian symbolism, and an excellent addition to any collection of Crusader, pilgrim, or medieval jewelry.
