Islamic Silver Ring with carnelian intaglio with winged human (Fravashi)
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Selected by Peter Reynaers
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Estimate € 400 - € 500
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Islamic silver ring dating from the 17th–19th century, set with a large oval carnelian intaglio depicting a winged human figure (Fravashi), in good wearable condition with a bezel of about 25.6 by 30.9 mm and inner diameter roughly 19.3–22.2 mm.
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Very impressive antique Islamic / Ottoman silver ring with a large oval carnelian gemstone. The engraving depicts a bird-like figure in profile, standing upright with outspread wings, accompanied by a palm branch to one side and a star above. The field is filled with small punched or stippled dots.
The gemstone is secured in a silver setting with applied decorative wire and granulation-style details around the bezel and on the shoulders.
The figure likely represents the Persian Fravashi (Faravahar), which is a winged human, representing the soul or divine protection.
Outside diameter: ± 25,2 mm
Inside diameter: ± 19,3 - 22,2 mm
Bezel: ± 25,6 x 30,9 mm
Condition: Good condition and wearable. The gemstone is well preserved with clear engraving details and minor surface wear consistent with age. The silver setting shows light wear and patina, with no apparent structural damage. Overall condition is good.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
Seller's Story
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* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
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* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
Very impressive antique Islamic / Ottoman silver ring with a large oval carnelian gemstone. The engraving depicts a bird-like figure in profile, standing upright with outspread wings, accompanied by a palm branch to one side and a star above. The field is filled with small punched or stippled dots.
The gemstone is secured in a silver setting with applied decorative wire and granulation-style details around the bezel and on the shoulders.
The figure likely represents the Persian Fravashi (Faravahar), which is a winged human, representing the soul or divine protection.
Outside diameter: ± 25,2 mm
Inside diameter: ± 19,3 - 22,2 mm
Bezel: ± 25,6 x 30,9 mm
Condition: Good condition and wearable. The gemstone is well preserved with clear engraving details and minor surface wear consistent with age. The silver setting shows light wear and patina, with no apparent structural damage. Overall condition is good.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
Seller's Story
Please read our information carefully.
*SHIPPING INFO Due to insurance procedures, combined shipping is only possible with a single payment. (1 payment reference = 1 insured parcel.) If you accept an offer after the auction and pay separately, shipments cannot be manually combined afterward. Please ensure your shipping address is complete and correct before paying. Changes made after payment are not automatically forwarded to us.
* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
-> Monitor the online tracking and notify delays to the seller within 14 days after the shipping date.
-> In case of damage: write a reservation on the delivery note and report the damage to the seller via the Catawiki online chat within 24 hours. Keep all packaging and send us photos of the damage.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Details
Culture
Islamic
Century/ Timeframe
17th-19th century
Name of object
Ring with carnelian intaglio with winged human (Fravashi)
Acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Year acquired
2023
Material
Silver
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Previous owner - year acquired
2023
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
