{"product_id":"medieval-bronze-ring-arnulf-11th-15th-c-pointed-oval-bezel","title":"Medieval Bronze Ring - 'Arnulf' (ca. 11th–15th c. CE) EU 50 \/ US 5.25","description":"\u003cp\u003eA medieval bronze ring named 'Arnulf', with angular linework within a pointed-oval border.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Engraving:\u003cbr\u003eAn axial stroke, a cross stroke and shorter branching lines fill the pointed-oval border. A small knob is present at the back of the hoop, as observed on the object.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003eEra: Medieval\u003cbr\u003eDating: ca. 11th–15th c. CE\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Bronze\u003cbr\u003eRing Size: EU 50 \/ US 5.25\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Dark brown and black patina over the hoop and bezel, the incised device softened by wear with lighter earthen fill in the grooves; one small knob at the base of the hoop; complete and stable\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: Private collection of A.A., Copenhagen, Denmark.\u003cbr\u003eUnique Identifier: CR-632-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 integral pointed-oval bezel and incised letter-like ornament. An axial line and branching strokes form an asymmetric device within the border, while a small knob survives at the back of the hoop. The device has no secure script or personal-name reading.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe angular device fills the navette field, with a small knob at the back of the hoop.\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":63875014984010,"sku":"CR-632-B","price":180.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/medieval-bronze-ring-arnulf-with-pointed-oval-bezel-and-incised-linear-mark-thre-1.jpg?v=1791634262","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/medieval-bronze-ring-arnulf-11th-15th-c-pointed-oval-bezel","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}