{"product_id":"medieval-bronze-ring-anselm-10th-14th-c-ce-octagonal-lattice-bezel","title":"Medieval Bronze Ring - 'Anselm' (ca. 10th–14th c. CE) EU 55 \/ US 7.25","description":"\u003cp\u003eA medieval bronze ring named 'Anselm', with an octagonal bezel filled with a crosshatched lattice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Engraving:\u003cbr\u003eTwo groups of incised parallel lines cross diagonally across the octagonal bezel, forming a dense lozenge lattice. The flat face rises above a plain tapering hoop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003eEra: Medieval\u003cbr\u003eDating: ca. 10th–14th c. CE\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Bronze\u003cbr\u003eRing Size: EU 55 \/ US 7.25\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Earthen deposits caught in the engraved grooves over a brown and olive patina; bezel edges softened by wear, lattice lines cleanly preserved; hoop intact with light surface pitting\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: Private collection of A.A., Copenhagen, Denmark.\u003cbr\u003eUnique Identifier: CR-602-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 comparison for this piece rests on its raised octagonal bezel and plain tapering hoop. Two families of cut lines fill the metal face with a lozenge lattice, making geometric ornament the centre of its design. An actual sealing use is not established by the patterned surface alone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe crossing lines create a continuous lattice across the octagonal face.\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":63874994962762,"sku":"CR-602-B","price":240.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/medieval-bronze-ring-anselm-with-large-octagonal-bezel-engraved-in-a-diamond-lat-1.jpg?v=1791633760","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/medieval-bronze-ring-anselm-10th-14th-c-ce-octagonal-lattice-bezel","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}