Detector Find & Polished, POST MEDIEVAL Bronze ring with letter 'TAB'.

Genuine, Detector Find, A POST MEDIEVAL bronze ring with letters 'TAB' on. The ring has been cleaned/polished professionally to reveal its original luster but we have added its original photo when found, so buy with confidence. This is more than a rare artifact it is a tangible connection to a forgotten voice of the past.

Dimension: 19 mm inside diameter, UK Size= S,  USA= 9 1/8

Date: Circa 18th-19th Century A.D

Provenance: From a collection of ancient rings, 1980's

Condition: V.Good. Wearable.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT: Georgian Trade & Literacy: During the late 18th and early 19th centuries, expanded trade and rising literacy among the working and merchant classes created a widespread demand for personal signets.

• Personal Monogram Seals: The raised script letters ("TB") served as a personal mark, pressed into warm wax to seal private letters, business receipts, and official documents.

• Affordable Imitation Jewelry: Made of durable brass or tombac alloy, these rings allowed ordinary civilians to imitate the costly gold and silver signets worn by the aristocracy.

PAIR WITH THIS ITEM: (Optional)

Bridge the gap between timeless history and personal connection! Give them a rare, one-of-a-kind antique piece paired with a matching shirt or hat featuring the exact same photo, creating a breathtaking gift where the past meets your most cherished memories. Please Note: T-shirt & Hat's colour are white & Other Colours are not available at the minute. Please let us know your preferred shirt size either in advance or after placing your order by contacting us at contact@britanniatreasures.co.uk.

Ancient and Detector-Find Jewelry: 

Every Roman, Viking, medieval, and post-medieval piece in our collection tells a unique story, having survived underground for centuries before being respectfully recovered by responsible metal detectors. As genuine historical artifacts, these items bear the natural patina, authentic wear, and historic charm that only the passage of time can create offering you a true piece of history to wear or display.

Lawful Antiquities Ownership: All items offered in our collection consist of legally acquired, common-use historical artifacts that fall outside the category of nationally protected treasures or items of major cultural significance.

Educational Heritage: By making these ancient pieces accessible to private collectors, we aim to foster a hands-on appreciation for history and allow everyday individuals to preserve and pass down tangible windows into past civilizations.

Compliant Collecting: These circulating artifacts represent everyday items from antiquity—such as utilitarian goods and personal ornaments—ensuring that enthusiasts can own a genuine piece of history with complete confidence and peace of mind.