{"product_id":"byzantine-bronze-ring-ioanna-10th-13th-c-geometric-bezel","title":"Byzantine Bronze Ring - 'Ioanna' (ca. 10th–13th c. CE) EU 59.5 \/ US 9","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Byzantine bronze ring named 'Ioanna', with geometric bezel linework continuing across the shoulders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Engraving:\u003cbr\u003eTwo longitudinal grooves and short oblique strokes create herringbone-like bands between inward-pointing chevrons. Crossed marks continue along the broad shoulders of the one-piece ring.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003eEra: Byzantine\u003cbr\u003eDating: ca. 10th–13th c. CE\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Bronze\u003cbr\u003eRing Size: EU 59.5 \/ US 9\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Dark brown-black patina with pale earthen deposits in the recesses; shoulders and bezel edges softened by wear, the geometric cutting still crisp; intact and complete\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: Private collection of A.A., Copenhagen, Denmark.\u003cbr\u003eUnique Identifier: CR-621-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 flat bezel and broad shoulders can be compared with Davidson (1952), Types G to L, and the geometric-bezel forms catalogued by Pülz. Incised herringbone-like bands and crossed marks continue across the integral metal surface. The surviving pattern is geometric rather than a readable text or figural scene.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContinuous cut ornament joins the squared bezel to its broad shoulders.\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":63875012362570,"sku":"CR-621-B","price":280.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/byzantine-bronze-ring-ioanna-with-squared-bezel-and-incised-geometric-ornament-t-1.jpg?v=1791634073","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/byzantine-bronze-ring-ioanna-10th-13th-c-geometric-bezel","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}