{"product_id":"viking-silver-signet-ring-eoin-10th-11th-c-ad-eu-59-us-8-5","title":"Viking Silver Signet Ring 'Eoin' (10th-11th c. AD) EU 59\/US 8.5","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"686\"\u003eA Viking silver signet ring from the 10th–11th century AD, with a hexagonal bezel decorated by a central rosette and framed by scrolling motifs. A bold piece of early medieval craftsmanship and status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"703\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"706\"\u003eThis heavy silver ring features a hexagonal bezel with six rounded corner bosses, enclosing a central rosette within a border of tendrils. The thick shoulders flow into a sturdy band, reflecting durability and wealth. Rosettes in Viking art symbolized cosmic order and divine protection, while the unusual geometric bezel highlights the work of a skilled craftsman. Such rings served both as ornaments and as symbols of identity and authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003eMaterial: Silver\u003cbr data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003eDate: Viking, 10th–11th Century AD\u003cbr data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003eRing Size: EU 59 \/ US 8.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003eCondition: Stable patina with age-consistent wear; motifs clearly preserved\u003cbr data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003eProvenance: Private European collection, acquired in the late 20th century\u003cbr data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003eUnique Identifier: R-V-01-S\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003eRestoration and Authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1473\"\u003eOffered in original, untouched condition with stable patina and no modern repairs. A Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"2128\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003eViking silver rings combined ornament, portable wealth, and social identity. Large signet-style rings such as this were likely worn by chieftains, merchants, or high-ranking warriors. The rosette motif linked to solar power and protection, while the hexagonal bezel with bosses reflected both symbolic and decorative intent. Viking artisans often blended Scandinavian forms with Frankish and Anglo-Saxon influences, creating pieces that embodied the cross-cultural world of the early medieval north.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aurora Antiqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52909287178570,"sku":"R-V-01-S","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/IMG_7864.jpg?v=1758999224","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/viking-silver-signet-ring-eoin-10th-11th-c-ad-eu-59-us-8-5","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}