{"product_id":"medieval-bronze-ring-rutheris-14th-16th-c-red-glass-cabochon","title":"Medieval Bronze Ring - 'Rutheris' (ca. 14th–16th c. CE) EU 49 \/ US 5","description":"\u003cp\u003eA medieval bronze ring named 'Rutheris', with a plain red cabochon in an octagonal prong setting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Motif:\u003cbr\u003eA plain red cabochon is retained by small inward-folded tabs in a closed-backed octagonal setting. The band is firmly mounted to the bezel and has no overlapping joint at its back.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003eEra: Medieval\u003cbr\u003eDating: ca. 14th–16th c. CE\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Bronze\u003cbr\u003eRing Size: EU 49 \/ US 5\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Earthen deposits over a mottled brown and green patina; the red cabochon intact in its collets with surface weathering; hoop firmly joined to the bezel, with no overlap at the back\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: Private collection of A.A., Copenhagen, Denmark.\u003cbr\u003eUnique Identifier: CR-634-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 closed-backed octagonal setting and inward-folded tabs provide the basis for comparison with medieval cabochon rings. The plain red dome is retained above a firmly mounted band. The band has no overlapping joint at its back, as observed on the object.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe red dome sits securely within the chamfered, prong-held setting.\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":63875015147850,"sku":"CR-634-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-rutheris-three-quarter-view-showing-collets-gripping-red-gl-2.jpg?v=1791634306","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/medieval-bronze-ring-rutheris-14th-16th-c-red-glass-cabochon","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}