Ca. 1100-1400 AD. A silver ring with D-shaped hoop and circular bezel featuring an elaboarate gold inlaid cross. The Cross, the principal symbol of Christianity, recalling the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the redeeming benefits of his Passion and death. The cross is thus a sign both of Christ himself and of the faith of Christians. The cross that the Crusaders wore on their robes was a symbol of martyrdom, and to die in combat was considered a great honour that assured a place in heaven. Good condition, wearable.Size: D:18.34mm / US: 8 1/4 / UK: Q; 10.36gProvenance: From the private collection of a South London art professional; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market in the 1980s;