Medieval, Crusaders Era Bronze Seal Ring – Symbol of Authority and Protection - 85 mm (No reserve price)

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Bronze seal ring from the Viking Age and medieval Crusaders era, 11th–13th century AD, featuring a deeply engraved geometric grid pattern, outer diameter 85 mm and inner 77 mm, in very fine condition with strong patina, acquired in 2024 from a private European collection originally from Germany, linked to Norse mythological figures.

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A remarkable Medieval bronze seal ring, featuring a deeply engraved geometric grid pattern — possibly used as a personal mark of identity or protection.
Such rings were often worn by Norse chieftains, traders, or warriors as symbols of status, loyalty, and divine favor. The grid-like design may have served both a decorative and magical purpose, representing order over chaos, a sacred concept in early Norse belief.

With its dark patina and powerful symmetry, this ring carries the aura of medieval Scandinavia — an age of seafaring explorers, myth, and craftsmanship. The impression it would have left in wax could have marked possessions, letters, or pacts, sealing both trust and destiny.

Culture/Period: Viking Age, 9th–11th century AD
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: Diameter 85 mm (outer), 77 mm (inner)
Condition: Very fine; strong patina with light wear consistent with age.
Provenance: Private European collection

A genuine relic of power and belief — this seal ring connects us to the Viking world, where every mark bore meaning, and every ring told the story of its bearer.

A remarkable Medieval bronze seal ring, featuring a deeply engraved geometric grid pattern — possibly used as a personal mark of identity or protection.
Such rings were often worn by Norse chieftains, traders, or warriors as symbols of status, loyalty, and divine favor. The grid-like design may have served both a decorative and magical purpose, representing order over chaos, a sacred concept in early Norse belief.

With its dark patina and powerful symmetry, this ring carries the aura of medieval Scandinavia — an age of seafaring explorers, myth, and craftsmanship. The impression it would have left in wax could have marked possessions, letters, or pacts, sealing both trust and destiny.

Culture/Period: Viking Age, 9th–11th century AD
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: Diameter 85 mm (outer), 77 mm (inner)
Condition: Very fine; strong patina with light wear consistent with age.
Provenance: Private European collection

A genuine relic of power and belief — this seal ring connects us to the Viking world, where every mark bore meaning, and every ring told the story of its bearer.

Details

Culture
Medieval, Crusaders Era
Century/ Timeframe
11th–13th Century AD
Name of object
Bronze Seal Ring – Symbol of Authority and Protection
Acquired from
Private collection
Subject/Depiction
Norse mythological figures
Year acquired
2024
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
85 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1998
Width
77 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
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