13th-14th century AD. A banded carnelian with calligraphic inscription, in a later silver finger ring with triangular-section hoop, incised decoration to the bottom; openwork shoulder and rectangular bezel. 3.86 grams, 24.8mm overall, 16.16mm internal diameter (approximate ring size UK K 1/2, US 5 1/2, Europe 10.58, Japan 10) (1"). Property of a North London lady; gifted from her father's collection; formerly with a Mayfair gallery, London, UK; previously acquired in the 1980s. Very fine condition.