Celtic prosperity ring pendant 400-500 BC

Details

• Before the Roman invasion of the British Isles, rings of bronze, silver, and gold were used as a means of exchange, particularly in Ireland
• They were worn, sewn to men’s leather jerkins as displays of prosperity
• Further, when worn in sufficient numbers, they provided substantial protection from edged weapon attack
• Just under (2.5 cm) (0.94 inch) in diameter
• Professionally refurbished and silvered
• On a 45 cm (18 inch) modern Sterling silver neck chain for everyday wear
• Total weight 7.22 gm
• A beautifully simple and timeless design from our ancient past