A delicate tracery of floral patterns adorns the central disk of this ancient jewel; four long chains with golden links terminate in beads of colorful glass. This piece was  More »

A delicate tracery of floral patterns adorns the central disk of this ancient jewel; four long chains with golden links terminate in beads of colorful glass. This piece was never intended to adorn the shy or meek; it is an ornament full of movement and life, which surely belonged to an equally vibrant woman. Though she has vanished into the mists of time, when we hold her treasured ornament we cannot help but remember her. As we set the pendant chains swaying, we imagine how it looked in the lamplight on some long-forgotten evening. - (SJ.0209)   « Less

Golden chains dangle from a bold disk ornamented with a rope pattern. The slightest turn of the head will set them in motion, drawing attention to the charms of the wearer.  More »

Golden chains dangle from a bold disk ornamented with a rope pattern. The slightest turn of the head will set them in motion, drawing attention to the charms of the wearer. Such a jewel was surely worn by a woman who was confident of her own beauty. It is easy to imagine her laughter, full of the love of life, echoed by the gentle tingle of her earrings. From this single, lovely clue, we can picture her as if she were an old friend. - (SJ.0394)   « Less

This ring was used as a personal identification stamp. When sending messages, they would be sealed with hot wax and imprinted with the engraved image. This stamp both secured  More »

This ring was used as a personal identification stamp. When sending messages, they would be sealed with hot wax and imprinted with the engraved image. This stamp both secured the secrecy of the letter and revealed the identity of the sender. The image of the seal is a bird in flight. Head turned backwards, wings and tail feathers fully extended, this bird soars across the heavens. This creature can also be interpreted as a scorpion, claws poised to clasp its prey, tail and stinger erect, ready to administer a final paralyzing blow. Either way, this image symbolized a person’s identity, much like a coat of arms. Besides serving this important function, the ring also is quite stylish. The base of the seal is decorated with an incised frieze and a beautiful interwoven motif adorns the band. Whoever wore this ring, wore it not just to seal messages, but also to look fashionable. - (FZ.377)   « Less

This ring was used as a personal identification stamp. When sending messages, they would be sealed with hot wax and imprinted with the engraved image. This stamp both secured  More »

This ring was used as a personal identification stamp. When sending messages, they would be sealed with hot wax and imprinted with the engraved image. This stamp both secured the secrecy of the letter and revealed the identity of the sender. The image of the seal is a bird in flight. Head turned backwards, wings and tail feathers fully extended, this bird soars across the heavens. This creature can also be interpreted as a scorpion, claws poised to clasp its prey, tail and stinger erect, ready to administer a final paralyzing blow. Either way, this image symbolized a person’s identity, much like a coat of arms. Besides serving this important function, the ring also is quite stylish. The base of the seal is decorated with an incised frieze and a beautiful interwoven motif adorns the band. Whoever wore this ring, wore it not just to seal messages, but also to look fashionable. - (FZ.378)   « Less

Byzantine Bronze Ring - FJ.710dc Origin: Israel Circa: 500 AD to 700 AD Collection: Jewelry Style: Byzantine Medium: Bronze

Byzantine Bronze Ring - FJ.710dc Origin: Israel Circa: 500 AD to 700 AD Collection: Jewelry Style: Byzantine Medium: Bronze   « Less

Byzantine Bronze Ring - FJ.0324 Origin: Jerusalem, Israel Circa: 400 AD to 600 AD Dimensions: .875" (2.2cm) high Collection: Biblical Antiquities Style:  More »

Byzantine Bronze Ring - FJ.0324 Origin: Jerusalem, Israel Circa: 400 AD to 600 AD Dimensions: .875" (2.2cm) high Collection: Biblical Antiquities Style: Byzantine Medium: Bronze   « Less

For a comparable design see the Byzantine gold breast chain in the British Museum, reproduced in: G. Gregorietti, 'Gold und Juwelen,' (1969, Milan), pp. 134-135. - (OS.013)

For a comparable design see the Byzantine gold breast chain in the British Museum, reproduced in: G. Gregorietti, 'Gold und Juwelen,' (1969, Milan), pp. 134-135. - (OS.013)   « Less

Byzantine Bronze Ring with Incised Decoration - OS.126 Origin: Mediterranean Circa: 400 AD to 600 AD Collection: Jewelry Style: Byzantine Medium: Metal

Byzantine Bronze Ring with Incised Decoration - OS.126 Origin: Mediterranean Circa: 400 AD to 600 AD Collection: Jewelry Style: Byzantine Medium: Metal   « Less

Pierced Gold Ring - OS.135 Origin: Europe Circa: 16 th Century AD to 19 th Century AD Collection: Jewelry Style: CLassical Revival Medium: Gold Additional Information:  More »

Pierced Gold Ring - OS.135 Origin: Europe Circa: 16 th Century AD to 19 th Century AD Collection: Jewelry Style: CLassical Revival Medium: Gold Additional Information: The size of the ring is 11 1/2 (American).   « Less

Byzantine Gold Ring Depicting the Virgin - OS.183 Origin: Mediterranean Collection: Byzantine Art Medium: Gold

Byzantine Gold Ring Depicting the Virgin - OS.183 Origin: Mediterranean Collection: Byzantine Art Medium: Gold   « Less