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Museum Quality Antique Early Byzantine 4th Century AD Gold Marriage Ring
$27,760.21
£20,400
€23,966.61
CA$38,137.81
A$42,577.28
CHF 22,309.86
MX$521,187.71
NOK 283,335.38
SEK 267,149.29
DKK 178,865.29
About the Item
Early Byzantine gold marriage ring. The central square plaque carved to depict two facing busts wearing crowns, a cross and orb inbetween, with the wording 'ZVΓOC AHNOCIOC' translated from Greek as 'propitious marriage' with split scrolling shoulders tapering to a solid D-shaped shank. Tested yellow gold, approximately 12g in weight, 4th century AD. UK finger size T.
This is an extremely rare example of one of the earliest types of nuptial rings and is in very fine condition.
During the Byzantine era, Christianity came to prominence with three rings becoming an integral part of the nuptial proceedings- one engagement ring for the woman and two wedding rings, one for each party as is the modern tradition. The overt Christian iconography of this ring is typical for the period, reflecting the shift from marriage being a secular agreement to one which was ordained by God. See Ross, M.C. 'Catalogue of the Byzantine and Early Medieval Antiquities in the Dumbarton Oaks Collection', Volume 2, items 50, 51 and 52 for further examples of Byzantine rings showing Christian nuptial symbology.
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- Ring Size:9.75 US, Resizable
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- Date of Manufacture:4th Century AD
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 262791stDibs: LU186233580
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