Medieval Gold Ring with Garnet
14th-16th century A.D. Carinated hoop with granules to the shoulders, ropework collar to the bezel with inset replaced garnet cabochon. Cf. Ward, A., Cherry, J., Gere, C. & Cartlidge, B., Rings Through the Ages, Fribourg, 1981, item 159, for type.3.94 grams, 24.80 mm overall, 19.72 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T, USA 9 1/2, Europe 21.26, Japan 20) (1 in.). Purchased Cumberland Hotel Fair, 1987. Property of a Kent gentleman.