FINE VIKING SHIELD RING C.900-1100 AD, SIZE 8 1/4 10 The core was then laboriously

The core was then laboriously removed by hand and the inside of the ring polished

Gilt bronze with oval bezel cut with a figure

6mm width of oval form

size 4 ¾ for wear on the small finger as was the custom

size 8 1/2

FINE VIKING SHIELD RING C.900-1100 AD, SIZE 8 1/4 10 The core was then laboriouslyGilt bronze, size 8 . 3. 0mm flat faced band flaring to the shoulders. Diamond shaped bezel with five symmetrical raised nubs, perhaps representing a saltire or cross, both Christian symbols. Vikings borrowed Christian symbols including the cross, for decoration long before their conversion in the late 11th century. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored. Gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity.