An Early Medieval Gold Ring from the Byzantine Empire, circa 8th – 10th century AD.
The gold bezel of the ring is shaped as a quatrefoil – an ancient symbol of good luck, health and fortune.
The original stone didn’t survive. The ring was recently set with a cabochon cut lapis lazuli.
Metal analysis report: 62.95% gold, 8.303% copper, 28.59% silver, zinc 0.160%.
Size of the lapis with bezel 17 x 15 mm (5/8 x 9/16 in.)
Weight 8.21 grams
Ring size 7 (18 mm) sizable
