Byzantine Bronze Ring with Monogram

拍品描述

13th-14th century A.D. An expanding hoop with decorated shoulders, an octagonal bezel with a monogram, composed of the Greek letters '? [????] ????[?]C (?)' = Be glad Dyoniys. Cf. Wamser, L., Die Welt von Byzanz - Europas Östliches Erbe, München, 2004, item 682, for the type. 5.76 grams, 24.25 mm overall, 20.14 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S, USA 9, Europe 20, Japan 19) (1 in.). [No Reserve] Acquired on the UK and EU art market before 2000. From the private collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. The plate and hoop of these rings were soldered together. This system probably originated only in the late period of the Eastern Roman Empire, as evidenced by the faceting of the sides and the irregularity in the letters forming the name. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.

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