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Ring Of The Thrones - Ancient Viking 8th -11th Century Bronze Silvered Ring. This wonderful ring is crafted from bronze.  Featuring an Ancient design, and quality bronze work.  The surmount on this ring is fantastic, simulating a crown with a stylized cross.  There is beautiful detail on the face of the piece, which looks equally gorgeous looking at it face up or its side profile. The band is substantial , solid , polished,  which allows for a comfortable fit. The artifact has an amazing rich deep bronze patina, and looks stunning when worn with its bold and powerful feel. Truly a very special piece for any prized collection. 

The Viking Age (793–1066 AD) was the period during the Middle Ages when Norsemen known as Vikings undertook large-scale raiding, colonizing, conquest and trading throughout Europe, and reached North America. It followed the Migration Period and the Germanic Iron Age.

As King of Wessex at the age of 21, Alfred (reigned 871-99) was a strongminded but highly strung battle veteran at the head of remaining resistance to the Vikings in southern England. ... In May 878, Alfred'sarmy defeated the Danes at the battle of Edington.

The events of 1066 in England effectively marked the end of the Viking Age. By that time, all of the Scandinavian kingdoms were Christian, and what remained of Viking “culture” was being absorbed into the culture of Christian Europe. 

The final Viking invasion of England came in 1066, when Harald Hardrada sailed up the River Humber and marched to Stamford Bridge with his men. His battle banner was called Land-waster. The English king, Harold Godwinson, marched north with his army and defeated Hardrada in a long and bloody battle.

Artifacts are luxury items, they can be worn with care.  To clean, use damp cloth with water only (not saturated) and pat dry immediately with soft cloth. 

Measurements: Face of Ring 10.50 mm x 10.50 mm 

Weight: 7.20 grams 

Ring Size: 9

Condition: Excellent  Note: Artifacts should be treated as a luxury item. Can be worn with care. 

Origin: Northern Europe   Note: Purchased From Private Collector.  

Date: 8th -11th Century