Medieval, Crusaders Era Silver Ring with Engraved Bezel (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 150 - € 200
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Medieval Crusaders era silver signet-type ring from the 11th–13th century, with a wide irregular bezel engraved with a central lozenge surrounded by angular strokes, in good condition and authentic.
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Description from the seller
A striking silver ring with a broad, irregularly rounded bezel, engraved with a strongly geometric symbol composed of angular and intersecting strokes.
The engraving is particularly interesting: a central diamond or lozenge is surrounded by diagonal strokes and angular extensions, while additional short incised marks appear along the edge of the bezel. The deliberately simple, linear execution gives the design a distinctly archaic and personal character.
The silver surface displays extensive wear, scratches and irregularities, giving the ring a strongly aged appearance. The substantial bezel and comparatively simple hoop create the impression of an object intended to place particular emphasis on its engraved symbol.
Material: Silver
Object: signet-type ring
Central design: Lozenge surrounded by angular intersecting strokes
Condition: Visible surface wear, scratches and age-related irregularities
A striking silver ring with a broad, irregularly rounded bezel, engraved with a strongly geometric symbol composed of angular and intersecting strokes.
The engraving is particularly interesting: a central diamond or lozenge is surrounded by diagonal strokes and angular extensions, while additional short incised marks appear along the edge of the bezel. The deliberately simple, linear execution gives the design a distinctly archaic and personal character.
The silver surface displays extensive wear, scratches and irregularities, giving the ring a strongly aged appearance. The substantial bezel and comparatively simple hoop create the impression of an object intended to place particular emphasis on its engraved symbol.
Material: Silver
Object: signet-type ring
Central design: Lozenge surrounded by angular intersecting strokes
Condition: Visible surface wear, scratches and age-related irregularities
Details
Culture
Medieval, Crusaders Era
Century/timeframe
11th–13th Century AD
Name of object
Ring with Engraved Bezel
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Material
Silver
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1996
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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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.
