{"product_id":"byzantine-silver-ring-rhion-chi-rho-christogram-ancient-jewelry","title":"Byzantine Silver Ring 'Rhion' EU 49.25 \/ US 5","description":"\u003cp\u003eA silver ring named 'Rhion', its gently widened front engraved with the Chi-Rho, the Christian monogram formed from the Greek letters chi and rho. The plain hoop narrows towards the back.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Inscription:\u003cbr\u003eΧΡ, Chi-Rho, abbreviates Χριστός (Christos), meaning Christ. An upright stem and crossing strokes form the compact sign, cut directly into the silver front.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003eEra: Byzantine\u003cbr\u003eDating: Auction group dated ca. 600-1200 CE; individual date not more narrowly established\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Silver\u003cbr\u003eRing Size: EU 49.25 \/ US 5\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Grey-brown tarnish with brighter worn areas; fine surface scratches and small pits; the engraved lines remain distinct\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: London private collection; Belgium acquisition; ex German collection, pre-2000.\u003cbr\u003eUnique Identifier: R-686-S\u003cbr\u003eAuthenticity: Comes with certificate of authenticity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition and Authenticity:\u003cbr\u003eThis original comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and our written lifetime authenticity guarantee.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistorical Context:\u003cbr\u003eThe Chi-Rho expresses Christian identity through the first two letters of Christ's Greek name. Here the monogram occupies the front of an otherwise plain ring, making the sign its central feature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhy This Piece?\u003cbr\u003eA small engraving gives the silver hoop its devotional meaning.\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":64268977668426,"sku":"R-686-S","price":520.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/R-686-S-photo-white-IMG_3378.jpg?v=1794059291","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/byzantine-silver-ring-rhion-chi-rho-christogram-ancient-jewelry","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}