A Byzantine Garnet and Gold Domed Finger Ring, Byzantine Empire, ca. 5th - 7th century CE Sculpture - Wood There was a strong preference

There was a strong preference for blue-green hues

Bush Medicine Leaves

All are now modern mounted as pendants with an adjustable 18K white gold chain

indicated participation in a legal transaction and protected goods against theft

A Byzantine Garnet and Gold Domed Finger Ring, Byzantine Empire, ca. 5th - 7th century CE Sculpture - Wood There was a strong preferenceThis rare and significant ancient gold ring features a high domed garnet cabochon set in an elevated cylindrical bezel. The bezel is designed with stepped shoulders and crowned with a small gold dot. The garnet is a rich, translucent crimson and sits securely within the bezel, rising prominently above the setting. The broad gold band is elegantly adorned with an engraved, scrolling foliate motif. With symbolic and protective significance, such rings