11th-13th century A.D. A bronze ringposed of a carinated hoop, expanded shoulders and oval bezel set with a possibly later polished carnelian gemstone engraved with a lion leaping left, cross-hatching within tear-shapes to the shoulders. 10.46 grams, 25.95 mm overall, 17.88 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P, USA 7 1/2, Europe 16.23, Japan 15) (1 in.) German art market, 1990s. Mr A.H., a North American collector living in the UK.Condition Report: Fine condition.