Bidspirit auction | BYZANTINE HIGH KARAT GOLD RING

BYZANTINE HIGH KARAT GOLD RING WITH EMERALD - Ca. AD 800 - 1200. A gold ring with a solid hoop supporting a square bezel bordered by a raised, undulating outer frame formed into stylised wave-like projections. Set within a recessed mount is a square-shaped emerald gem. Reviewed by Sami Fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist.Size: D:17.12mm / US: 6 3/4 / UK: N; Weight: 4.7gProvenance: Private London collection; previously French art market 1970s/1980s.This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.