Ring with saphir

3D Model

Collection: Prehistory and Historical Archeology Dept.

Inv.-No.: UF-22958.27

Material: Gold pleated Silver, Saphir

Dimensions: 15x19,5mm

Dating: 1250-1400 CE

The ring is fitted with a setting. The setting has an irregular square shape with a flat base. Noteworthy features include the relatively high, diverging rear bezel and the high, grooved, converging front bezel, which has a raised edge. The setting contains an irregularly cut, semi-opaque dark blue sapphire cabochon. The ring band has an oval cross-section with a uniform change in width. The ring shoulders are depicted as highly detailed, sculptural animal heads with open mouths and tongues.

This object was digitized through the ‘Kulturerbe digital’ program of the Federal Ministry for Arts, Culture, Public Service and Sport.