ZOROASTRIAN FIRE ALTAR RING, 2ND-3RD CENTURY AD, SIZE 10 5 1/2 The use of beard rings

The use of beard rings by Vikings is well documented though very few genuine examples survive

now worn and indistinguishable

It has been professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored

perhaps originally a cross

Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored and gift boxed with certificate of authenticity

ZOROASTRIAN FIRE ALTAR RING, 2ND-3RD CENTURY AD, SIZE 10 5 1/2 The use of beard ringsGilt bronze, size 10 with 3. 0mm rounded face band slightly to the shoulder. Round bezel hand engraved with the modius, a schematic representation of two priests with the fire altar between. See Ancient Rings, Pollio, p. 79 for another example of this motif on a ring found in England. Professionally refurbished with 24karat gold surface restored. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.