{"product_id":"medieval-bronze-ring-radenko-11th-14th-century-ce-ancient-devotional-jewelry-triple-cross-pattee-authentic-band","title":"Medieval Bronze Ring - 'Radenko' (11th–14th c. CE) EU 54 \/ US 6.75","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis medieval bronze ring, named 'Radenko,' is a small devotional band cast in a single piece and marked with three crosses pattée: one on the bezel and one on each shoulder. Its softened engraving and layered green and red patina speak to centuries of quiet burial, and to the enduring habit of carrying the sign of the Cross close to the hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003eEra: Medieval\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Bronze\u003cbr\u003eRing Size: EU 54 \/ US 6.75\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Untouched, structurally intact, with heavy natural patina and softened engraving\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: From a private Belgian collection, acquired between the 1960s and 1990s\u003cbr\u003eUnique Identifier: R-285-B\u003cbr\u003eAuthenticity: Comes with certificate of authenticity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRestoration and Authenticity:\u003cbr\u003eThis piece is preserved in its untouched state, showing natural aging and patina from centuries of burial and wear. 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\u003eSmall cast-bronze rings bearing the cross pattée circulated widely across Eastern and Central Europe during the Medieval period, from the Balkans and Pannonian Basin to the Kievan Rus periphery. The triple repetition of the cross, on bezel and both shoulders, likely served an apotropaic and Trinitarian function, multiplying the protective sign around the wearer's finger. Museum parallels, including a bronze crucifix ring in the Swedish History Museum dated 12th–15th century, place this type firmly within the devotional jewellery of the Crusader era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhy This Piece?\u003cbr\u003e'Radenko' is an authentic medieval bronze ring for collectors drawn to quiet, unornamented faith objects. Its provincial hand, worn cross programme, and layered patina make it a wearable piece of medieval jewelry with documented provenance and genuine presence.\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":63337289908554,"sku":"R-285-B","price":640.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/medieval-bronze-ring-radenko-with-engraved-cross-pattee-on-the-bezel-front-view-1.jpg?v=1787672593","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/medieval-bronze-ring-radenko-11th-14th-century-ce-ancient-devotional-jewelry-triple-cross-pattee-authentic-band","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}