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14th century AD Medieval gold and finger ring in excavated condition size 7 1/2

$ 525.36

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Brand: Antique
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Material: gold
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Metal: gold

    Description

    This is a nice medieval gold finger ring, dating to the 14th century. The bezel is hexagonal in shape with a stepped collet that held a cabochon gem setting (now missing). From similar rings of this shape, it would most likely have contained a blue sapphire gemstone, the white plaster/cement inside would have secured it and gave the sapphire a brighter appearance. The ring is otherwise intact and in uncleaned excavated condition, it does have some wear to the lower bezel but is held firm with the cement. It is not a British find but comes from France. See also NMS-67FF26, BERK-57430E and HAMP-DFEE49 for type type and further discussion.
    OBJECT:
    Finger Ring
    CULTURE:
    Medieval
    DATE:
    c. 1295 - 1395
    MATERIAL:
    Gold
    RING SIZE:
    7 1/2 (US)    P  (UK)
    SIZE:
    20.42mm x 19.17mm x 1.32mm (bezel 7.43mm x 7.34mm x 3.08mm)
    WEIGHT:
    0.80 grams
    PROVENANCE:
    From an old French collection
    This ring is unconditionally guaranteed to be an antique original and to date from the period described. A certificate of authenticity will be supplied on request.