Rare Medieval Ring, Schematic Horseman Design, Symbol of Status and Authority A medieval bronze ring (ca. 11th–13th century AD) featuring an oval bezel engraved with a schematic horseman motif. Figural representations of mounted figures on rings of this period are notable and carry strong associations with martial identity, authority, and status. The composition reflects the characteristic visual language of early medieval metalwork, where symbolic meaning is conveyed through concise and deliberate forms. The ring exhibits a well-developed patina and surface wear consistent with age. Its distinctive iconography and preserved detail make it a compelling piece for collectors of medieval artifacts. Object Type: Ring Cultural Attribution: Medieval Period Period: ca. 11th–13th century AD Material: Bronze (copper-based alloy) Technique: Casting, engraving Decoration: Oval bezel with schematic horseman motif Cultural and Iconographic Assessment Certificate: available upon request (PDF format) Outer Diameter: 21.90 ± mm Inner Diameter: 19.2 ± mm Weight: 3."5 ± g EU: 60 UK: R½ – S US: 9 – 9.25 -All shipments are sent fully insured Information The offered object was acquired in 2026 through an auction associated with A.N Auction House in Germany and was transferred to us in 2026 by its previous owner, N.A., based in the Netherlands The object has been documented using high-resolution equipment; no intervention has been made to its form or structural integrity, and only limited color-balance adjustment has been applied. Upon request, museum-standard technical photographs may be provided during the auction; if requested prior to shipment, an expert report and a signed ownership document issued in the buyer’s name can be supplied in PDF format within 3–5 business days Statements regarding dating, function, symbolic interpretation, and material identification represent high-probability academic assessments based on typological comparisons, parallels in museum collections, and expert opinion; definitive conclusions require advanced laboratory analysis and fall outside the scope of the platform’s sales process. Prospective buyers are advised to evaluate the images in conjunction with the stated measurements, as high-resolution photography may influence perceived scale. Throughout the presentation and sales process, principles of scholarly consistency, transparency, and good faith are observed, and no object is knowingly offered as a copy or imitation.