Acquisition number: 2008.02
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The ring is in a solid hoop, swollen to the underside (Fractured at one point and mended); the bezel is oval and held at each side by a knot. The decoration of the bezel is at a level below the outer border and comprises a mirrored spiraliform design set with a frame of fine rope-patterns and highlighted with a globule of gold to each side.
Title: Greek silver ring - 2008.02
Acquisition number: 2008.02
Culture or period: Greek Classical.
Date: c. 5th - 4th century BC.
Material: Metal - Silver
Object type: Jewellery
Dimensions: 17mm (l) × 17mm (w)
Origin region or location: Greece
Display case or on loan: 4
Keywords: Greek, Classical, Thrace
Charles Ede Ltd (London), Catalogue 178 (December 2007) no. 74 (ill.).
2008.02
Greek silver ring
Presented by the Friends of the Classics Museum; formerly Daniels collection. Internal diam. 1.7cm; bezel 0.9 x 1.2cm.
The ring is in a solid hoop, swollen to the underside (Fractured at one point and mended); the bezel is oval and held at each side by a knot. The decoration of the bezel is at a level below the outer border and comprises a mirrored spiraliform design set with a frame of fine rope-patterns and highlighted with a globule of gold to each side.
Probably fifth to fourth century BC. Perhaps of North Greek or Thracian manufacture.
Charles Ede Ltd (London), Catalogue 178 (December 2007) no. 74 (ill.).