{"product_id":"medieval-bronze-ring-aldonza-11th-14th-c-ce-prong-set-cabochon","title":"Medieval Bronze Ring - 'Aldonza' (ca. 11th–14th c. CE) EU 47 \/ US 4","description":"\u003cp\u003eA medieval bronze ring named 'Aldonza', with an uneven oval cabochon held by four corner claws.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Motif:\u003cbr\u003eFour corner claws secure an oval insert above a raised square platform and stepped base. The insert has an uneven, partly rough surface; the flat band widens toward the shoulders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003eEra: Medieval\u003cbr\u003eDating: ca. 11th–14th c. CE\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Bronze\u003cbr\u003eRing Size: EU 47 \/ US 4\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Heavy black patina with minimal earthen deposit over an uneven surface; cabochon intact within four claws, its upper face rough and worn; hoop complete with soft edges\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: Private collection of A.A., Copenhagen, Denmark.\u003cbr\u003eUnique Identifier: CR-614-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 square platform, stepped base and four corner claws provide the basis for comparison with medieval cabochon settings. The rough, uneven insert is read as likely glass paste. Its surviving surface supplies texture rather than an identifiable figural device.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFour small claws frame the uneven oval insert above the stepped bezel platform.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/medieval-crusader-rings\"\u003eMedieval rings\u003c\/a\u003e from our collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aurora Antiqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63875007414602,"sku":"CR-614-B","price":200.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/medieval-bronze-ring-aldonza-with-oval-cabochon-held-by-four-corner-claws-on-a-r-1.jpg?v=1791633939","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/medieval-bronze-ring-aldonza-11th-14th-c-ce-prong-set-cabochon","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}