Ca. 700-1100 AD. Viking Age. This beautiful silver ring comprises a circular hoop and a round bezel with incised linear symbols, possibly runes, and sloping shoulders with further incised decoration. This simple yet elegant ornament may have belonged to a high status, a warrior or perhaps a merchant.Size: D: 15.53mm / US: 8 1/2 / UK: Q 3/4; 5.4g; Provenance: Important London collection of Ancient art; formed in 1970-80s then passed by descent.