Medieval Bronze Medieval Bronze Ring with Geometric Engraved Bezel – ca

Medieval finger ring made of a copper alloy, probably bronze, with a large oval-rectangular plate and pronounced geometric engraving. The plate, measuring about 24 × 13 mm, shows a striking linear ornament composed of several vertical main lines and diagonally arranged or radiating incisions on the sides. The engraving is still clearly visible despite the surface changes due to age. Without a securely documented find context, a concrete symbolic or textual meaning of the motif cannot be determined unambiguously. The ring plate transitions from stronger shoulders into a sturdy ring shank. The surface bears dark and green patina areas as well as typical corrosion and wear traces of a copper alloy. A cautious typological assessment suggests a medieval plate ring, roughly from the 10th–14th century. A more precise regional or cultural attribution is not possible without documented find context. Details: Object: Ring / Plate ring Dating: approx. 10th–14th century AD Material: Copper alloy, probably bronze Weight: 5.44 g Overall height: approx. 23 mm Inner diameter: approx. 20 mm Ring plate: approx. 24 × 13 mm Motif: geometric / linear engraving Magnetic test: non-magnetic Condition: age-appropriate preservation state with patina, corrosion traces, deposits and wear; engraving clearly preserved You will receive exactly the ring shown in the pictures.

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