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Byzantine Betrothal Ring, 7th-8th Century AD
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Byzantine betrothal ring, 7th-8th century AD. A yellow gold ring with square plaque-form bezel engraved with two crowned full-length figures flanking a cross, all within a dotted border, and on a half round shank, accompanied by an Oxford Labs X-ray fluorescence report stating the composition of the metal. UK finger size U.
This is an extremely rare example of one of the earliest types of engagement rings. A highly similar ring can be found in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum
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- Ring Size:10.25 US, Resizable
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- Date of Manufacture:6th-7th century AD.
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
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