Byzantine Mary & Jesus Ring mid century 375) and 9k gold stamp

375) and 9k gold stamp

Written on the page of a letter are the words "UNE LETTRE ADOUCIT LES PIENES DE L'ABSCENCE" - a letter softens the pain of absence

VS2 clarity)

or indeed on the bicep as an upper arm bangle

Byzantine Mary & Jesus Ring mid century 375) and 9k gold stampA simple silver ring depicting the Madonna and Child, highly stylised, in cameo relief on the round head. It dates from the early Medieval Period (8th to 10th century AD), likely Byzantine or Thracian, and the two figures are depicted with halos and prominent eyes, Jesus held in his mother's arms. Its construction suggests that it may have been made as a votive offering rather than a piece for personal wear. Early Byzantine rings of the Eastern Empire