ii) A Bronze Age penannular gold ring from Burghead, Moray. Although commonly referred to as 'ring money' these rings are more likely to have been a form of personal adornment. Despite its appearance, this gold hair ring is not solid gold but has a base metal core wrapped in a thin sheet of gold which would have a significant saving in the quantity of gold used while still retaining the same appearance.

I don't think that the archaeos being scornful about what they're called makes them any less desireable objects. Jeez, Bronze Age jewellery is a pretty nice thing to have. And of course, men have been giving women jewellery in the hope of favours since time began so you could say it IS a form of money.... ;)