VIKING COIL RING, 9TH-1TH CENTURY AD, SIZE 10 3/4 5 1/4 and probably dating this example

and probably dating this example to the earlier centuries of the period

7mm band supporting a raised oval-shaped mount

Oval bezel with scalloped edge and crude radial and angled engraving and as found on rings displaying the Star of Bethlehem

During the period

In this example

VIKING COIL RING, 9TH-1TH CENTURY AD, SIZE 10 3/4 5 1/4 and probably dating this exampleSize 10 3 4. Gilt bronze. Rounded circular section band in 1 1 4 turns (1 4 diameter overlap), to 4. 4mm maximum width. The coil or helix was a favorite form for Vikings and evidently held supernatural significance to them. Textured from burial. Sound wearable condition and professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored. Gift boxed with a certification of authenticity.