Emerging from the depths of rich lapis lazuli, this early Byzantine ring features the proud figure of a lion, an emblem of strength and protection in both Christian and ancient Egyptian iconography. The lion's head, finely sculpted atop the ring's shank, exudes the regal bearing and fierce determination characteristic of the king of beasts. This ring likely served not only as a personal adornment but also as a talisman, believed to confer courage and authority upon its wearer. The choice of lapis, with its heavenly blue speckled with pyrite stars, further associates the piece with divine favor and guidance. It speaks to a period when Coptic art flourished under Byzantine influence, merging local traditions with the symbols of the new faith.

Ring Size: US 3.75 (Diameter: 14.7 mm, Circumference: 46.2 mm)

Provenance:
Found in the private treasury of Dimitrios K. Agathonos, a merchant in Alexandria, during the 1900s.
Subsequently part of a prominent private collection in Limassol, 1949.

Keywords:
Coptic, Lapis Lazuli, Lion Ring, Early Byzantine, Christian Symbolism, Egyptian Iconography, Talisman, Strength, Protection, Divine Favor, Personal Adornment, Regal, Authority, Courage, Artistic Merger, Cultural Artifact, Antique Jewelry, 4th Century, 6th Century, Byzantine Art, Collectible Ring.

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