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Byzantine Silver and Niello Guilloche Ring, circa 12th-14th Century AD

$16,873.85
£12,400
€14,567.94
CA$23,181.81
A$25,880.31
CHF 13,560.89
MX$316,800.37
NOK 172,223.47
SEK 162,384.86
DKK 108,722.04
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About the Item

Byzantine silver and niello ring. A heavy solid ring, fitted to centre with a raised rounded oblong bezel featuring two niello opposed advancing lions grasping a processional cross, bordered by undulating pattern, flanked either side by broad shoulders with niello quartefoil motifs which raise to two oval plaques to either side decorated with niello double-headed eagle, leading down to a solid shank with niello roped detail. Tested silver, approximately 76 grams in weight, circa 12th-14th century AD, accompanied by Oxford Labs X-ray fluorescence analysis report stating the composition of the metal. Please note shipping to the United States of America requires the purchaser to fill out a CBP 5106 customs form before the item is shipped. This form is a legal requirement for any item over $2,000 which is being imported into the United States. One of the details the form requests is the purchaser’s social security number or importer’s number.
  • Ring Size:
    11.75 US, Resizable
  • Metal:
    Silver,Niello
  • Style:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    12th-14th century AD.
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 26396 1stDibs: LU18614741952

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