14th-15th century AD. A decorated gold finger ring with slender D-shaped hoop, an ellipsoid bezel with large granule to each shoulder surrounded by a beaded collar and granule clusters; the oval cell with inset large, deep purple-red garnet cabochon of excellent quality. See Egan, G. & Pritchard, F. Dress Accessories c.1150-c.1450, London, 2002, 1613 (plain shoulders); cf. Oman, Charles, British Rings 800-1914, London, 1974, pl.16, E (similar in general form"). Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report number LANCUM-CA6A2. 8.32 grams, 26mm overall, 19.16mm internal diameter (approximate size British S, USA 9, Europe 20.0, Japan 19) (1"). Found Stow, West Lindsey, Lincolnshire, UK; accompanied by a copy of the Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report number LANCUM-CA6A2, and a copy of two letters from HM Coroner for Central Lincolnshire, disclaiming the Crown's interest under Treasure reference number 2016 T626.

Very fine condition, repair to hoop. Rare.