{"product_id":"byzantine-silver-ring-nikephoros-9th-10th-c-ce-eu-59-us-8-75","title":"Byzantine Silver Ring 'Nikephoros' (9th-10th c. CE) EU 59\/US 8.75","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"557\"\u003eThis Byzantine silver ring is set with a polished circular carnelian cabochon held within a high walled bezel. The D shaped hoop expands into broad shoulders decorated with finely incised geometric and stylized vegetal motifs, characteristic of Middle Byzantine metalwork. The proportions are balanced and refined, and the stone remains well centered and secure. The ring reflects careful craftsmanship and restrained elegance rather than overt display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"863\"\u003eDetails\u003cbr data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"569\"\u003eMaterial: Silver with carnelian cabochon\u003cbr data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"612\"\u003eDate: Byzantine Empire, 9th–10th century CE\u003cbr data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"658\"\u003eRing Size: EU 59 \/ US 8.75\u003cbr data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"687\"\u003eProvenance: Private European collection, assembled mid 20th century\u003cbr data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"757\"\u003eUnique Identifier: R-102-S\u003cbr data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"786\"\u003eCondition: Very good with light age related wear and a well preserved setting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003eRestoration and Authenticity\u003cbr data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"896\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOffered in original, untouched condition with stable patina and no modern repairs. A Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1803\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003cbr data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1375\"\u003eSilver rings set with semi precious stones were worn throughout the Byzantine Empire as markers of status and personal refinement. Carnelian was valued for its warm color and was often associated with protection and vitality. Rings of this type were worn by officials, clergy, and prosperous civilians across the eastern Mediterranean. They reflect the continuity of Roman traditions adapted to a distinctly Byzantine aesthetic.\u003cstrong data-end=\"1435\" data-start=\"1403\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aurora Antiqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53600481902922,"sku":"R-102-S","price":900.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/IMG_9463.jpg?v=1765908426","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/byzantine-silver-ring-nikephoros-9th-10th-c-ce-eu-59-us-8-75","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}