13th Century Byzantine Signet Ring Size:6.5 Classic and Victorian

Classic and Victorian

Natural Ruby and Pearl

The two body segments are set with different cabochon gemstones: the head/thorax with a ruby and a citrine

completing the nautical theme

The rock crystal cabochon has been reverse carved and painted with a ladybird within a horseshoe

13th Century Byzantine Signet Ring Size:6.5 Classic and VictorianDATE: Byzantine, c. 1250 An amazing ancient signet ring. It was made in 13th Century Byzantium, modelled in bronze with an oval shaped head that features an intaglio carved scene possibly with a person and trees. It's wearable, although we wouldn't recommend prolonged exposure to water. Purchased as part of a set we have two more available elsewhere on the website. MEASUREMENTS Head: 1. 9 x 1. 4cm Width of band: 4. 1mm WEIGHT 5. 7g MARKS No marks