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Viking/ Saxon Ring with diamond pattern on face

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By whiskeyjack108, 7 November, 2015
Description

Supposedly a ring from Viking or Saxon era. It has an inner diameter of 2.1cm and is weathered some but the pattern on the face can still be made out. The ring appears to be made from bronze. There is an "R" symbol or rune on the band. There is a diamond style pattern on the face. The ring was found in the East Midlands area of England inbetween Nottingham and Lincoln using a metal detector.

I brought this ring online for £10 and it was sold as a genuine viking antique ring. I would like to know the validity of this claim, also what the “R” stands for.

Category
Jewelry and Gemstones
Medium
I think bronze but orange oxidation suggests a ferrous metal. No green oxidation so im guessing not pure copper. Could be iron.
Distinguishing marks
Diamond face.
"R" symbol/ letter/ rune on the side of the band.
Condition
Fair
Size and dimensions of this item
inner diameter of 2.1cm
Date Period
possibly 8-11 century ad. Could be wrong here.
Weight
7 grams
History
supposedly a viking ring
Price
na
Price Paid (If known)
ÂŁ8
For Sale?
No
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