BYZANTINE GOLD RING WITH GARNET AND PEARL CLUSTER

8th-12th century AD. A slender flat-section gold ring with cup bezel, border of pearl seed-beads, rosette with cabochon garnet to the centre. 4.94 grams, 20.93mm overall, 18.37mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14) (3/4"). Property of a North London gentleman; previously in an important Mayfair, London, UK collection, acquired in the 1970s. Very fine condition.