Byzantine Gold Ring with Orange Stone

An elegant Byzantine gold ring, featuring an oval section loop with expanding shoulders, and a circular bezel, set with an orange gemstone. The ring is a fine thin gold band.

Byzantine jewellery was a full continuation of the Roman traditions. Production in the old jewellery centres of Alexandria and Antioch gave way to an increased production in Constantinople. In the Byzantine Empire jewellery played an important role. It acted as a way to express one’s status and as a diplomatic tool.

Measurements: UK Ring Size E

Weight: Circa 0. 5g

Provenance: From a private London based ancient jewellery collection, 1970's.