A piece of Byzantine artwork.
Kids love history and crafts and can learn about the Byzantine Empire by recreating Byzantine rings they can wear. The Byzantine Empire began in 330 A.D., and Byzantine jewelers created rings that still hold their presence today. The rings are often gold or bronze with large etched or jeweled faces. This craft will help you make a gold ring with your own drawing in the face for everyone to admire.
Instructions
1. Roll out a circular piece of clay approximately the side of a dime. Leave it thick enough to etch a design in it.
2. Make a design in the clay using a toothpick. You may choose simple lines, circles or diamonds.
3. Let the clay dry.
4. Paint the clay with a gold base. Then choose other colors to make your design shine. Red and blue were colors often used with gems. Let the paint dry.
5. Adhere the clay shape to the gold ring band using diamond glaze. It will take 24 hours for it to completely dry.
