Byzantine Gold Ring with Saint
6th-7th century AD. A gold finger ring with image of a saint with raised hands between fishes within a beaded border on the discoid bezel, facetted hoop with images including ears of corn, clasped hands, scorpion and other items. 8.22 grams, 22.52mm overall, 18.96mm internal diameter (approximate size British S, USA 9, Europe 20.00, Japan 19) (1"). Property of a gentleman; acquired in the late 1960s-early 1970s.
Very fine condition.
Estimate: 800 - 1000
Price realized | 750 GBP |
Starting price | 700 GBP |
Estimate | 1'000 GBP |