RARE VIKING SHIELD RING C. 9TH-10TH CENTURY, SIZE 9 3/14/2023 Rounded rectangular bezel cut with

Rounded rectangular bezel cut with chevrons

Raised oval bezel with scalloped edge

Size 9 1/2 with bold twist motif 2/3 its circumference

Late Gothic to Renaissance

form identified as Guiraud type 2

RARE VIKING SHIELD RING C. 9TH-10TH CENTURY, SIZE 9 3/14/2023 Rounded rectangular bezel cut withNear circular bezel, 5 8with double line borders extending to the shoulders. The field with three embosses nubs and a double line saltire. The bottom as separate overlapping prongs, fused. All the decoration uniform and crisp. Professionally refurbished with the pure silver overlay restored for contemporary wear. See the reference image which shows the process. Jewelry gift boxed with certification of authenticity.