Bidspirit auction | BYZANTINE GOLD RING DEPICTING CHRIST

BYZANTINE GOLD RING DEPICTING CHRIST BETWEEN TWO SAINTS - Ca. AD 600. A gold ring with an oval bezel engraved in low relief with three standing figures. Christ is shown in the centre, nimbate and raising both hands, flanked by two saints. The hoop is solid, flat on the inside and tapering towards the back. Reviewed by Sami Fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist.For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number AF.232.Size: D:18.34mm / US: 8 1/4 / UK: Q; Weight: 7.5gProvenance: Private UK collection; London art market; formerly in R.H. private collection, Switzerland, 1980s-2007.This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.