Umayyad Bronze Ring with Kufic Script Circa 7th century AD This bronze ring is formed of a broad, flat-section hoop, expanding at the shoulders to form a stable bezel support for a large inset with Kufic calligraphy. Kufic script, named after the city of Kufa in Iraq, is one of the oldest forms of Arabic calligraphy. It emerged in the late 7th century, during the early years of Islam, and was predominantly used until the 12th century. Characterized by its angular, linear, and rectilinear letter shapes, the Kufic script is distinguished by its bold, horizontal strokes and sharp, angular forms. The script's simplicity and geometric nature made it particularly suitable for architectural inscriptions, coinage, and manuscripts. Dimensions: Diameter 17.53mm; US Size 7 1/4; UK Size O; weight 3g Provenance: Private UK Ancient Art Collection formerly acquired on the UK, European, and USA Art Markets from pre-2000 Collections. Disclaimer: NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE OF THE EUROPEAN UNION. All items will be shipped from Belgium. The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits. The seller will not ship outside the EU.