{"product_id":"byzantine-bronze-ring-damianos-10th-13th-c-octagonal-bezel","title":"Byzantine Bronze Ring - 'Damianos' (ca. 10th–13th c. CE) EU 54 \/ US 6.75","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Byzantine bronze ring named 'Damianos', with an octagonal bezel with three-register geometric linework.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Engraving:\u003cbr\u003eUpper and lower bands of crosshatching border a central register of diagonal strokes and a hooked flourish. The flat octagonal bezel rises on a short neck above projecting shoulder lobes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003eEra: Byzantine\u003cbr\u003eDating: ca. 10th–13th c. CE\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Bronze\u003cbr\u003eRing Size: EU 54 \/ US 6.75\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Dark olive-brown patina with pale earthen deposit filling the engraved grooves; hoop complete with a slight irregularity along one shoulder; bezel intact with crisp octagonal edges and legible device.\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: Private collection of A.A., Copenhagen, Denmark.\u003cbr\u003eUnique Identifier: CR-607-B\u003cbr\u003eAuthenticity: Comes with certificate of authenticity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRestoration and Authenticity:\u003cbr\u003eThis piece has been cleaned, but the patina has been left intact. For those who prefer a refreshed look, a professional restoration service is available, reviving original detail while respecting historical integrity.\u003cbr\u003eIf you’d like to book a restoration, simply add the restoration option along with your order or book it as the additional product in my shop.\u003cbr\u003eA Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistorical Context:\u003cbr\u003eThe comparison for this ring rests on its raised octagonal bezel, short neck and projecting shoulder lobes. Three registers of incised ornament divide the face into crosshatched bands and a central hooked flourish. The letter-like centre has no securely readable text.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe octagonal frame and three-register ornament give the bezel a compact architectural outline.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/byzantine-rings\"\u003eByzantine rings\u003c\/a\u003e from our collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aurora Antiqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63875005743434,"sku":"CR-607-B","price":260.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/byzantine-bronze-signet-ring-damianos-with-octagonal-bezel-three-quarter-view-sh-1.jpg?v=1791633832","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/byzantine-bronze-ring-damianos-10th-13th-c-octagonal-bezel","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}