6th-8th century AD. A gold round section hoop with attached round bezel; the bezel engraved with three nimbate saints around a central cross, inscribed with 'IL PO' above and 'X?PIK(?)' below. 5.47 grams, 22.92mm overall, 20.11mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18) (3/4"). Property of a North London gentleman; previously in an important Mayfair collection of Christian artefacts. Fine condition. A large wearable size.