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Byzantine Marriage Ring

3rd–4th century
Not on view
On loan to The Met
This work of art is currently on loan to the museum.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Byzantine Marriage Ring
  • Date: 3rd–4th century
  • Geography: Made in Constantinople (?)
  • Culture: Byzantine
  • Medium: Gold
  • Dimensions: Bezel 10 x 10 mm.; circumference 56 mm.; weight 4.5 gr.
  • Classification: Metalwork-Gold
  • Credit Line: Griffin Collection
  • Object Number: L.2015.72.37
  • Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters