Copper-alloy, 6.68 grams, 29.84 mm. 10th-11th century. A cast finger ring with decorative twists moulded in the thickened central section in imitation of Viking period rings made from coiled silver carinated rods. The moulding is exceptionally deep to give a richly decorative effect. Reference: Lehtosalo-Hilander, P.-L., Luistari IV – A History of Weapons and Ornaments, Helsinki, 2000, pl.61 item 14. Very fine condition. Provenance: from an old European collection.