Medieval - Gold Stirrup Ring with Sapphire Cabochon > Lot No. 862

Description:
Circa 13th century AD. A medieval single-stone gold ring; the single cabochon sapphire mounted directly into the stirrup-shaped hoop.

Measurements:
Gold, 3.30 grams, 26.14 mm; 19.99 x 18.70 mm internal (approx. UK size T; USA size 9.75; EU size 21.26; Japan size 20.5).

Condition:
Extremely fine.

References:
Oman, C. British Rings 800-1914, pl.15, c; p.93.

Provenance:
From a 1960's Jewellery collection.

Comments notes:
Rings of this type were worn by high status individuals during the reigns of Henry III (1216-1272) and Edward I (1272-1307).

Estimate: £800 - 1,200 (EUR 990 - 1,490; USD 1,270 - 1,900)

Auction date: Thursday 9th September 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £2,200