Viking Era, ca. 900-1100 AD.
A finger ring crafted from sterling silver, boasting a flat-sectioned round hoop that gracefully expands to create a captivating lozenge-shaped bezel adorned with an intricate stylized motif. Enhancing its aesthetic allure, the corners of this bezel feature four elevated bosses, imparting a heightened sense of visual splendor to the piece. Moreover, the periphery of the bezel showcases meticulously etched hatch marks, which contribute to the overall ornamental embellishment.
Size: D: 18.95mm / US: 9 / UK: R 1/2; 1.9g
Provenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old British collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK / International art markets.