Temple ring

Temple rings were part of Slavic, Scandinavian and others' medieval women's dress.

Most were made of base metals such as copper alloys or iron, though silver and even gold were occasionally used.

The rings were attached to a string that became part of a headdress or they were woven directly into braids of hair.

Temple rings were most popular between the 8th and 12th centuries, possibly influenced by the Arab and Byzantine cultures.

In later fashion styles, a temple ring was replaced by the kolt hanging from a ryasna.