Large Anglo-Scandinavian Silver Finger Ring

Code: 10424

This is a very large sized Anglo-Scandinavian silver finger ring, dating to the 9th - 11th century A.D. The ring is of a penannular shape Similar to NMS-E26C94, of a slightly irregular D-sectioned band, tapering smoothly from the widest point at the front to blunt points at the rear of the hoop. There are hammer marks on the internal surface. Such rings were made to be resizeable by adjusting the terminals and even knotting them on occasion. This example has not been resized, so likely worn by a large warrior. A nice ring with plenty of age and character.  

OBJECT: Finger Ring

CULTURE: Anglo-Scandinavian

DATE: c. 9th -11th century A.D.

MATERIAL: Silver

RING SIZE:   24mm internal dia

SIZE: 32mm x 31mm x 4.8mm

WEIGHT: 11 grams

PROVENANCE: Ex. J. Mccarthy Collection, Douglas, Isle of Man