Bysantisk Brons Ring som avbildar ett helgon






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Byzantisk bronsring med bild av en helgon, 24 mm i diameter, daterad till 7–10-talet e.Kr., i gott skick, från tysk privat samling.
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ITEM: Ring depicting a saint
MATERIAL: Bronze
CULTURE: Byzantine
PERIOD: 7th - 10th Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 24 mm diameter
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex German private collection, acquired between 1970 - 1990
Medieval rings encompass a wide range of styles, materials, and purposes, reflecting the diversity of cultures and societies throughout the Middle Ages, roughly spanning from the 5th to the 15th century. These rings served various functions, including personal adornment, religious symbolism, social status markers, and even practical uses such as seals or talismans.
In terms of design, medieval rings were often crafted from precious metals like gold and silver, although rings made from base metals or adorned with gemstones were also common. The designs could range from simple bands to intricate filigree work, engraved patterns, or figurative motifs. Religious symbolism remained prevalent during this period, with rings often featuring Christian symbols like crosses, Chi-Rho monograms, or depictions of saints. Rings were not only worn as expressions of faith but also as symbols of protection and divine favor.
Medieval rings were not solely reserved for religious purposes; they also played significant roles in social and cultural contexts. Rings were exchanged as tokens of affection, friendship, or alliance, particularly among the nobility and elite classes. Signet rings, bearing personalized engravings or family crests, were used as official seals to authenticate documents and mark ownership. Additionally, rings were often given as gifts to commemorate special occasions such as weddings, births, or coronations, further cementing their importance as symbols of social bonds and status.
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export license
If you bid outside the European Union and win the item, we will have to apply for an export licence for your country and shipping will take 3 to 5 weeks.
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ITEM: Ring depicting a saint
MATERIAL: Bronze
CULTURE: Byzantine
PERIOD: 7th - 10th Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 24 mm diameter
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex German private collection, acquired between 1970 - 1990
Medieval rings encompass a wide range of styles, materials, and purposes, reflecting the diversity of cultures and societies throughout the Middle Ages, roughly spanning from the 5th to the 15th century. These rings served various functions, including personal adornment, religious symbolism, social status markers, and even practical uses such as seals or talismans.
In terms of design, medieval rings were often crafted from precious metals like gold and silver, although rings made from base metals or adorned with gemstones were also common. The designs could range from simple bands to intricate filigree work, engraved patterns, or figurative motifs. Religious symbolism remained prevalent during this period, with rings often featuring Christian symbols like crosses, Chi-Rho monograms, or depictions of saints. Rings were not only worn as expressions of faith but also as symbols of protection and divine favor.
Medieval rings were not solely reserved for religious purposes; they also played significant roles in social and cultural contexts. Rings were exchanged as tokens of affection, friendship, or alliance, particularly among the nobility and elite classes. Signet rings, bearing personalized engravings or family crests, were used as official seals to authenticate documents and mark ownership. Additionally, rings were often given as gifts to commemorate special occasions such as weddings, births, or coronations, further cementing their importance as symbols of social bonds and status.
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export license
If you bid outside the European Union and win the item, we will have to apply for an export licence for your country and shipping will take 3 to 5 weeks.
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Säljaren har informerats av Catawiki om dokumentationskrav och garanterar följande: - föremålet har förvärvats på laglig väg, - säljaren har rätt att sälja och/eller exportera objektet, beroende på vad som är tillämpligt, - säljaren kommer att tillhandahålla nödvändig information om proveniens och ordna nödvändig dokumentation och tillstånd/licenser, i förekommande fall och enligt lokala lagar, - säljaren kommer att meddela köparen om eventuella förseningar i erhållandet av tillstånd/licenser. Genom att lägga bud bekräftar du att importdokumentation kan komma att krävas beroende på vilket land du bor i och att erhållande av tillstånd/licenser kan orsaka förseningar i leveransen av ditt objekt.
