{"product_id":"late-roman-to-early-medieval-bronze-star-signet-ring-stellatus-3rd-6th-ce-eu-58-us-8-5","title":"Late Roman Bronze Signet Ring 'Stellatus' (3rd-6th CE) EU 58\/US 8.5","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"543\"\u003eThis bronze ring features a circular flat bezel engraved with a radiating star or rosette motif. The ring is cast in one piece and finished by hand, with a plain hoop and restrained abstract decoration. The non figurative device and simple construction point to a late Roman to early medieval tradition, where such motifs served as personal marks rather than heraldic symbols. Surface wear and patina are consistent with long use and age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"545\" data-end=\"843\"\u003eDetails\u003cbr data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"555\"\u003eMaterial: Bronze (copper alloy)\u003cbr data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"589\"\u003eDate: Late Roman to Early Medieval, 3rd–6th century CE\u003cbr data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"646\"\u003eRing Size: EU 58 \/ US 8.5\u003cbr data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"674\"\u003eProvenance: Private Belgian collection, formed before the 1960s\u003cbr data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eUnique Identifier: R-159-B\u003cbr data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"769\"\u003eCondition: Intact, with surface wear and stable patina consistent with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003eRestoration and Authenticity\u003cbr data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"876\"\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=\"1143\" data-end=\"1146\"\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=\"1287\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003eA Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1783\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003cbr data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003eRadiating star and rosette motifs were widely used in Late Antiquity as abstract personal identifiers with protective or symbolic connotations. Such rings bridged Roman and early medieval traditions, favoring simple geometry over figural imagery. Examples like this were worn by civilians and local officials across provincial regions, functioning as everyday personal seals and ornaments during a period of cultural transition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aurora Antiqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60919069933898,"sku":"R-159-B","price":180.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/IMG_9851.jpg?v=1769105987","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.store\/products\/late-roman-to-early-medieval-bronze-star-signet-ring-stellatus-3rd-6th-ce-eu-58-us-8-5","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}