ROMAN/BYZANTINE MAN’S RING C.4TH-6TH CENTURY AD, SIZE 8 3/4 04/09/2024 Gilt bronze of large proportions

Gilt bronze of large proportions with scalloped edge raised oval bezel with a small cross centered

a form specific to Vikings and believed so done as a complete circle was an allusion to Jormungandr

Good quality and exceptional preservation

Additionally rare as it is made of copper rather than bronze as usually encountered

ROMAN/BYZANTINE MAN’S RING C.4TH-6TH CENTURY AD, SIZE 8 3/4 04/09/2024 Gilt bronze of large proportionsThe time of the fall of the Roman Empire plunging Europe into the Dark Ages and the spread of Christianity. Gilt bronze, size 8 3 4 with 4. 0mm low rounded face band flaring to the shoulders. Oval bezel with raised edge and figural motif, now obscured by degradation from burial. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored for contemporary wear. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity. Rare large wearable size.