Archaelogical Revival Apotropaic 'Eye' Ring

EUROPE, 19TH CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (3.57 grams, 24.17 mm overall, 19.26 x 17.26 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16)).

The ring with a U-shaped hoop and lentoid bezel with ropetwist border, set with a polished banded agate resembling the all-seeing eye.

Provenance

Acquired on the European art market.

Footnotes

Eye beads, often crafted with concentric circle motifs resembling an eye, served as powerful amulets thought to offer protection against the evil eye and malevolent forces.

CONDITION

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LOT 0357