Product description
This ring was found in a Germanic woman’s grave dating to the 3rd century AD in Himlingøje, Denmark.
The woman was between 40 and 50 years old at the time of her death and belonged to the local Germanic aristocracy. Although Denmark was never part of the Roman Empire, it did fall within its sphere of influence.
North Germanic tribes often sent their warriors to fight as auxilia and foederati in the Roman armies. There was vibrant trade between the two regions. This resulted in a North Germanic culture that, alongside traditional Germanic objects, had a strong appreciation for Roman luxury goods. In addition to two rings, this woman also wore two bracelets with stylized snake heads. She also wore a fibula engraved with the runic inscription “widuhudaR.” In her mouth, a coin was placed — a Roman custom to pay the ferryman for the journey to the afterlife.
The snake was a common motif in Roman art and jewelry, believed to protect the prosperity of the household.
In ancient Greek culture and the Nordic Bronze Age, the snake symbolized healing. The snake worship seen in Roman culture may have originated in Macedonia, where it was believed to be a symbol of fertility. For this reason, women gladly wore jewelry in the shape of a snake.
Product details:
Length: 8 cm
Width: 4 cm
Diameter: 20-24 cm;
Material: bronze;
Based on a historic original: yes;
Transport weight (gram): 300 *
This item is produced in limited quantities only. This means that every piece is unique. Sizes & finish may vary lightly from piece to piece.
Packaged with 100% recycled material
When packaging this item, we exclusively use 100% recycled plastic and recycled paper/cardboard from FSC certified forests. We reuse a large part of the material directly without the intervention of a recycling process.
Recycle the material by separating your waste:
1. Cardboard: separate or reuse your paper.
2. Plastic cushions, clothing bags and plastic tape: separate or reuse your plastic. If possible, pierce the cushions with a volume reduction needle.
3. Paper packaging for jewelry and small items: these have a plastic inner layer. Remove these, then separate your paper and plastic.
