{"product_id":"byzantine-bronze-ring-monogrammos-6th-12th-c-ce-monogram-bezel","title":"Byzantine Bronze Ring - 'Monogrammos' (ca. 6th–12th c. CE) EU 51 \/ US 5.75","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Byzantine bronze ring named 'Monogrammos', with an incised monogram on a raised circular disc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Engraving:\u003cbr\u003eIntersecting vertical, diagonal and short cross strokes form a compact monogram on the disc. Broad stepped shoulders rise to the bezel; individual letters and a personal name cannot be read securely.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003eEra: Byzantine\u003cbr\u003eDating: ca. 6th–12th c. CE\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Bronze\u003cbr\u003eRing Size: EU 51 \/ US 5.75\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Dark patina across hoop and bezel with orange-red earthen deposits in the recesses; the engraved strokes softened by wear, their outlines still legible; hoop intact with minor surface roughness\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: Private collection of A.A., Copenhagen, Denmark.\u003cbr\u003eUnique Identifier: CR-616-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\u003eCompact monograms form part of Byzantine ring design, combining letter strokes around a central arrangement. This ring is compared through its stepped shoulders, raised disc and incised monogram. The design is identifiable as a monogram, while a specific set of letters or name remains unread.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe monogram occupies the small raised disc between the stepped 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":63875009708362,"sku":"CR-616-B","price":260.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/side-view-of-byzantine-bronze-ring-monogrammos-showing-stepped-shoulders-and-ped-2.jpg?v=1791633987","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/byzantine-bronze-ring-monogrammos-6th-12th-c-ce-monogram-bezel","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}