{"product_id":"early-medieval-bronze-ring-with-punched-dot-bezel-byzantion-6th-11th-ce-eu-51-us-5-75","title":"Medieval Bronze Ring 'Byzantion' (6th-11th CE) EU 51\/US 5.75","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"526\"\u003eThis early medieval bronze ring features a raised decorative bezel with a central oval motif surrounded by punched dot ornament. The ring is cast in one piece with a thick shank and a layered bezel profile. The abstract decoration and construction point away from Roman Imperial traditions and align more closely with Byzantine or early medieval craftsmanship. Surface wear and patina are consistent with long use and age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"830\"\u003eDetails\u003cbr data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eMaterial: Bronze (copper alloy)\u003cbr data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"572\"\u003eDate: Late Antique to Early Medieval, 6th–11th century CE\u003cbr data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"632\"\u003eRing Size: EU 51 \/ US 5.75\u003cbr data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"661\"\u003eProvenance: Private Belgian collection, formed before the 1960s\u003cbr data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"727\"\u003eUnique Identifier: R-161-B\u003cbr data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"756\"\u003eCondition: Intact, with surface wear and stable patina consistent with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003eRestoration and Authenticity\u003cbr data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"863\"\u003eThis piece is preserved in its untouched state, showing natural aging and patina from centuries of burial and wear. For those who prefer a refreshed look, a professional restoration service is available, reviving original detail while respecting historical integrity.\u003cbr data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003eIf you’d like to book a restoration, simply add the restoration option along with your order or book it as the additional product in my shop.\u003cbr data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003eA Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1794\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003cbr data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003eRaised bezels with punched dot ornament appear across Late Antique and early medieval contexts, particularly in regions influenced by Byzantine metalworking traditions. Such abstract designs served as personal identifiers or protective symbols rather than formal heraldry. Bronze rings of this type were worn by civilians and local officials and reflect the continuity of symbolic geometry during the transition from the Roman world to medieval Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aurora Antiqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60919148183882,"sku":"R-161-B","price":200.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/IMG_9860.jpg?v=1769106890","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.store\/products\/early-medieval-bronze-ring-with-punched-dot-bezel-byzantion-6th-11th-ce-eu-51-us-5-75","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}