Bronze Signet Ring with Foliate Motifs

GBP 180.00

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Object Description

A fine late medieval bronze signet ring with an octagonal bezel. A foliate motif is engraved on the bezel, comprised of a branch rising from a bowl with long, flowing tendrils of leaves bearing flower buds or perhaps fruits or nuts. A geometric frieze of incised lines frames the bezel. The entire ring bears an attractive green patina. UK ring size: S.

Date: Circa 11th – 14th Century AD.

Object History

Formerly in the collection of a gentleman from Essex, UK.

Object Condition

Very fine, suitable for modern wear with care; natural green patina.

Object Details

  • material
  • dimensions
    W:2.4 x centimeters

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The Gallery
Trent Park Equestrian Centre
Eastpole Farm House, Bramley Road
Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

St James's Ancient Art
10 Charles II Street, Ground Floor
St James
London
SW1Y 4AA

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