Gold rings were the most popular piece of jewellery to be worn in Medieval times by both men and women. Not only were they a way to display wealth and social status but they were also used as tokens of love and to ward-off misfortune. The rings were places on all fingers and at different joints on the hands. Gold and silver rings embellished with gems and precious stones were worn by royalty and nobility. By the fifteenth century the scalloped design on bezels became highly desired such as this example of a flower like design with a gem placed in the centre. More elaborate patterns included decorative shoulders with foliage, flowers, scrolls and even mythical creatures.
Medieval Gold Ring with Floral Bezel and Garnet Cabochon
£ 1,750.00
A very fine Medieval gold ring featuring a thin round hoop which flattens towards the angular shoulders. To the centre, the circular bezel is enriched with a garnet cabochon inset and a floral frame moulded from gold using the repoussé technique.
Closest UK ring size: N
Provenance: Ex property of a late Japanese collector, 1970s.
Condition: Very fine condition, minor piercing to one of the petals. Internal diameter 1.6cm.
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| Weight | 2.76 g |
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| Dimensions | W 2.4 x H 2.1 cm |
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