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329 - Medieval Gold Bishop s Ring with Sapphire and Satellite Gemstones. Western Europe, 12th-13th century A.D. Of episcopal type, centred by a square cabochon sapphire in a closed-back collet, four smaller collet settings arranged around the central setting set with emerald and amethyst cabochons, the bezel supported by a narrow flat-section hoop. Cf. a similar ring set with a hexagonal sapphire, found in Norfolk, UK, in 2019, in the Portable Antiquities Scheme, no.NMS-D5C69C. 1.94 grams, 22.42 mm overall, 19.35 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P, USA 7 1/2, Europe 16.23, Japan 15) (7/8 in.). [A video of this lot is available to view on TimeLine Auctions Website]
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Medieval Gold Bishop s Ring with Sapphire and Satellite Gemstones. Western Europe, 12th-13th century A.D. Of episcopal type, centred by a square cabochon sapphire in a closed-back collet, four smaller collet settings arranged around the central setting set with emerald and amethyst cabochons, the bezel supported by a narrow flat-section hoop. Cf. a similar ring set with a hexagonal sapphire, found in Norfolk, UK, in 2019, in the Portable Antiquities Scheme, no.NMS-D5C69C. 1.94 grams, 22.42 mm overall, 19.35 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P, USA 7 1/2, Europe 16.23, Japan 15) (7/8 in.). [A video of this lot is available to view on TimeLine Auctions Website] Acquired on the European art market. UK, private collection. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.13501-263469. Finger rings with a principal stone and subsidiary settings in separate collets came into use in the early 13th century, and this form of simple low collar continued in use to the 15th century. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.
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WONDERS OF THE PAST: Important Antiquities, Ancient Art & Jewellery – Day 1Auction house
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