Wear piece of history, not just jewerly. Viking Age Bronze Ring with Gebo Rune and Odin’s Eye Motif Object Type: Ring Period: Viking Age Dating: ca. 8th–11th century AD Material: Bronze alloy Technique: Casting, surface finishing Possible Context of Use: Symbolic personal object related to marriage, alliance, or social contract Dimensions: D. 21 mm I. 16.7 mm Weight: 2.81 mm Description This ring may be interpreted within the symbolic framework of the Viking Age mentality, drawing on runic and ideological traditions. The X-shaped marks clearly visible on both shoulders of the ring can be associated with the Gebo (ᚷ) rune, which in Old Norse thought represents reciprocal gift-giving, alliance, and binding agreements. Gebo signifies relationships entered freely yet entailing mutual obligation and responsibility, and is therefore closely linked to marriage, political alliances, and social contracts. The central circular motif on the bezel may be interpreted as a symbolic reference to Odin’s Eye, a concept associated with awareness, sacrifice, and the pursuit of knowledge. Within Norse cosmology, the eye embodies vigilance and the conscious acceptance of responsibility in exchange for insight. Considered together, these elements suggest that the ring functioned not merely as personal adornment, but as a symbolic object expressing conscious commitment, social bonding, and ideological responsibility within Viking society. GENERAL INFORMATION Provenance This object was acquired at an auction associated with N.K.I. Auction House (Germany, 2025) and subsequently purchased by its previous owner N.A. (Netherlands, 2026), from whom it has passed to me in its present condition. In accordance with applicable privacy and data-protection regulations, third-party personal information is not disclosed. We hold the legal sales documentation (invoice) relating to this object. Visual Presentation The object has been photographed using a high-resolution camera and presented through an artistic approach. No alterations have been made to the object’s form or physical characteristics; only minor color balancing has been applied. Upon request, museum-catalogue-standard technical photographs can be provided by email while the auction is ongoing. Cultural Period and Iconographic Assessment Report Upon request, prior to shipment, a ''Cultural Period and Iconographic Assessment Expert Report'', together with a signed ownership document issued in your name, can be provided in PDF format within 3–5 business days. Technical Notice Regarding Descriptions Information concerning the dating, function, and symbolic meaning of ancient and archaeological objects may not always be definitive. Assessments are based on typological comparisons, parallels in museum collections, and expert opinion. Symbols and marks on objects do not necessarily carry fixed meanings outside generally accepted interpretations. Material identifications represent high-probability assessments based on technical observation; definitive conclusions require specialist laboratory analyses, which are not included within the scope of the platform’s sales process. Important Notice on Images and Measurements Before purchasing, prospective buyers are advised to review the images carefully and read the description in full. Measurements should be considered in conjunction with the images to accurately assess the object’s true size. High-resolution photographs can affect perceived scale, and some objects may appear larger in images than they are in hand. Evaluating images together with measurements is essential for a well-informed purchase. Sales Policy Customer satisfaction is adopted as a fundamental principle throughout the sales process. Accordingly, honesty, transparency, and accurate information are prioritized in the presentation of objects, and the most consistent and realistic assessments are provided based on the available data. Within this framework, no item is knowingly offered as a copy or imitation.