{"product_id":"roman-byzantine-christening-or-baptism-ring-c-2nd-6th-cad-size-1-2-j0048","title":"ROMAN\/BYZANTINE CHRISTENING OR BAPTISM RING, C. 2ND-6TH C.AD, SIZE 1\/2","description":"\u003cp\u003eGilt bronze, size about 1\/2 which suggests a child of six months age or less. Slightly rounded face band, 1.9mm width flaring to the shoulders. Circular bezel with a central cross of triple line beams, surmounted by a saltire. The custom of baptizing infants originated in the second century with the evolution of the concept of Original Sin. Rings for infants were surely a luxury reserved for the noble class. Professionally refurbished with 24karat gold surface restored. See the reference image which shows the process. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity. A wonderful gift for a modern Baptism! \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royalty Rings","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44038091407557,"sku":"J0048","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0674\/9464\/1861\/files\/A8759A_fb1c688f-abaa-4ef8-8572-7c6664c85d08.png?v=1725476010","url":"https:\/\/royaltyrings.com\/products\/roman-byzantine-christening-or-baptism-ring-c-2nd-6th-cad-size-1-2-j0048","provider":"Royalty Rings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}