An Islamic hololithic chalcedony seal ring.

12th - 14th century A.D. circa.

Bezel 12 x 20 mm; ring size diam. 15,5 mm; H. 26 mm.

This hololithic ring of white-blue chalcedony has an octogonal bezel and a but narrowed neck that rises from epaulette shoulders. The ring has also a protruding back stud. Other similars rings in agate and carnelian are referenced in Iran and Ottoman Empire until the 16th century. Parallels: Wenzel, M. Ornament and amulet, The Nasser D. Khalili collection, n. 320-325, PP. 104-105

From the Derek Content collection, London.

Estimate: GBP 600 - 800