MEDIEVAL EUROPEAN RING 10th-16th CENTURY, SIZE 4 04/02/2024 oval form about size 4

oval form about size 4 1/2 with 2

Size 3 ¼ for wear on the small finger between the first two joints as was the custom

Untouched as found with an original repair or resizing

Intended to protect the wearer against those empowered to inflict misfortune and harm through a malevolent gaze

Northern Europe

MEDIEVAL EUROPEAN RING 10th-16th CENTURY, SIZE 4 04/02/2024 oval form about size 4Gilt bronze of large proportions with scalloped edge raised oval bezel. Oval band, about size 4, 2. mm width slightly flaring to the shoulders. See Ancient Rings, Pollio, p. 102 for another example. Professionally refurbished with 24karat gold overlay restored, for contemporary wear. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.