中世紀前期 青銅色 卓越的珐琅戒指—— Tabula Ansata 戒座，拜占庭风格（12–14世纪） (沒有保留價)

戴上历史的一部分，而不仅仅是珠宝

Excellent Medieval Enamel Ring – Tabula Ansata Bezel, Byzantine Style (12th–14th c.)

Object Type: Ring (Enamelled Signet Ring)
Cultural Attribution: Medieval, Byzantine / European Influence
Period: Medieval Period, ca. 12th–14th century AD
Material: Copper-based metal alloy (bronze)

Cultural and Iconographic Assessment Certificate: available upon request (PDF format)

Dimensions:
Outer Diameter: 25.27 ± mm
Inner Diameter: 20.33 ± mm
Weight: 7.98 ± g

Description
Evoking the form of a tabula ansata, the raised square bezel of this ring reflects characteristic features of medieval metalwork. Traces of yellow and green enamel preserved on the surface indicate that the piece once displayed a more vivid and refined decorative composition. The central panel presents a schematic design that may suggest a stylized figure or symbolic scene, implying a meaning beyond mere ornamentation.

Enameling, particularly developed in Byzantine and European workshops, involved filling recessed metal surfaces with colored glass-based material. The visible patina and wear are consistent with age and prolonged use, supporting the historical authenticity of the piece. Overall, the ring stands as a refined medieval object combining craftsmanship, symbolism, and visual presence.

Information
The presentation and sales process is conducted in accordance with principles of transparency, scholarly consistency, and good faith. Within this framework, no object is knowingly presented as a copy or imitation.

The object has been documented using high-resolution imaging equipment. Its physical structure and form remain unaltered, and only limited color-balance adjustments have been applied to ensure visual accuracy.

Given that high-resolution imagery may affect the perception of scale, prospective evaluation should consider the images in conjunction with the stated measurements.

All statements regarding dating, intended function, symbolic interpretation, and material identification represent high-probability academic assessments derived from typological analyses, comparative examples from museum collections, and expert opinion. Definitive verification would require advanced laboratory analysis, which falls outside the scope of the sales process.

Upon request prior to shipment, a signed ownership document issued in the buyer’s name, together with an independent expert evaluation report, may be provided in PDF format.