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LOT 589

Medieval Gold Cabochon Garnet Ring

(Gold and gemstone, 1.55 grams, 23 mm overall height. (Approximate size UK O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14).).

12th-13th century AD. A delicate gold hoop expanding slightly at the shoulders; the bezel hemispherical in which is set en cabochon a red gemstone (possibly garnet, ruby or tourmaline).

Provenance

Found Northill Area, Bedfordshire 2010. Supplied with Portable Antiquities Scheme documentation and letter from the British Museum disclaiming the crown's interest in the item.

Literature

PAS: LEIC-7246EO.

Footnotes

The ring is very similar to examples 171.2, 172.2 and 175.2 in the Annual Treasure Report 2004, all of which are dated to the 12th to 13th centuries.

CONDITION

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LOT 589

Medieval Gold Cabochon Garnet Ring

Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,610

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