Late Roman/Early Byzantine Bronze Signet Ring with...

Late Roman/Early Byzantine Bronze Signet Ring – 4th-6th century AD A Late Roman/Early Byzantine bronze signet ring featuring a circular bezel engraved with a distinctive geometric design, dating to the Roman Imperial period (approximately 4th-6th century AD). The ring features a solid, broad, smoothly curved band that widens towards the raised circular bezel, measuring 11 mm in diameter. The bezel is decorated with an engraved composition of intersecting straight and diagonal lines, possibly representing a stylized monogram, personal symbol, or ownership mark. Signet rings were widely used throughout the Roman Empire as personal objects, symbols of identity and status, and instruments for authenticating documents or sealing correspondence. The bronze surface displays an attractive natural-looking brown and green patina, with visible signs of wear and age. DETAILS Culture: Late Roman/Early Byzantine Date: Approximately 4th-6th century AD Material: Bronze Object: Signet Ring Bezel diameter: 11 mm Decoration: Engraved geometric design Provenance: Private Collection, Freiburg, Germany CONDITION Good overall condition, with surface wear, minor abrasions, and brown-green patination. The engraved decoration remains clearly visible. Please examine the photographs carefully as they form an integral part of the description.

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