Ancient Javanese ‘Sri’ Ring
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An early Javanese gold ring dating to the 8th–10th century; from the Classical period of Southeast Asian history.Formed in high-karat gold, the ring features a hexagonal bezel engraved with a stylised ‘Sri’ motif in Nagari script; associated with Dewi Sri, the rice goddess, and symbolic of prosperity, fertility, and protection.The stepped bezel reflects the geometric language of Javanese temple architecture, while the slender hoop remains simple in contrast. The surface shows a rich, even patina consistent with age.Rings of this type served not only as adornment but as talismanic objects and stores of wealth; the Old Javanese term for ring is linked to protection and guardianship.Finger size: UK L; US 5.75Bezel: 8 × 6 mmWeight: 2.38gTests as approximately 22K goldA rare and wearable survival; comparable examples are held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art (e.g. 1998.544.382, 1998.544.423, 1998.544.413, 1998.544.390, 2001.794.125, and 1998.544.381 - see final photo for example).
An early Javanese gold ring dating to the 8th–10th century; from the Classical period of Southeast Asian history.
Formed in high-karat gold, the ring features a hexagonal bezel engraved with a stylised ‘Sri’ motif in Nagari script; associated with Dewi Sri, the rice goddess, and symbolic of prosperity, fertility, and protection.
The stepped bezel reflects the geometric language of Javanese temple architecture, while the slender hoop remains simple in contrast. The surface shows a rich, even patina consistent with age.
Rings of this type served not only as adornment but as talismanic objects and stores of wealth; the Old Javanese term for ring is linked to protection and guardianship.
Finger size: UK L; US 5.75
Bezel: 8 × 6 mm
Weight: 2.38g
Tests as approximately 22K gold
A rare and wearable survival; comparable examples are held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art (e.g. 1998.544.382, 1998.544.423, 1998.544.413, 1998.544.390, 2001.794.125, and 1998.544.381 - see final photo for example).
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