Islamic Silver Ring with Engraved Octagonal Carnelian 17th to 19th Century AD (No reserve price)
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Islamic silver ring with an engraved rectangular carnelian bezel from the 17th to 19th century AD, weighing 9.28 g and measuring 2.5 cm, in excellent condition with elaborately worked shoulders and a sculptural setting, provenance UK private collection acquired in 2025 from Casa de Subastas, authentic original with a digitally issued Certificate of Authenticity.
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Islamic Silver Ring with Engraved Carnelian and Decorated Shoulders - 17th to 19th Century AD
An Islamic silver ring featuring a substantial raised bezel set with a rectangular carnelian with softly rounded corners. The stone displays a deep reddish-brown colour and an engraved motif that appears lighter against its polished background. Broad projecting tabs secure the carnelian, while the surrounding silver setting forms an architectural frame decorated with small raised elements and geometric panels.
The shoulders are elaborately worked, combining curved, leaf-like projections with circular medallions containing worn relief decoration. These details create a sculptural transition between the prominent bezel and the broad hoop. The underside of the setting displays intersecting incised lines forming a star-like geometric design, extending the ornament to an area normally concealed when the ring is worn.
The silver shows uneven dark toning, surface scratches, small pits and softened ornament. Abrasion is also visible on the carnelian, particularly across its engraved decoration. The contrast between the warm red stone and the textured silverwork emphasises the substantial construction and detailed ornament of the ring.
Material: Silver and carnelian
Dimensions: 2.5 cm
Weight: 9.28 gr
Provenance: Acquired in the UK from a British private collection.
We guarantee the authenticity of our pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years.
A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email.
This item has been legally acquired in accordance with European law.
Islamic Silver Ring with Engraved Carnelian and Decorated Shoulders - 17th to 19th Century AD
An Islamic silver ring featuring a substantial raised bezel set with a rectangular carnelian with softly rounded corners. The stone displays a deep reddish-brown colour and an engraved motif that appears lighter against its polished background. Broad projecting tabs secure the carnelian, while the surrounding silver setting forms an architectural frame decorated with small raised elements and geometric panels.
The shoulders are elaborately worked, combining curved, leaf-like projections with circular medallions containing worn relief decoration. These details create a sculptural transition between the prominent bezel and the broad hoop. The underside of the setting displays intersecting incised lines forming a star-like geometric design, extending the ornament to an area normally concealed when the ring is worn.
The silver shows uneven dark toning, surface scratches, small pits and softened ornament. Abrasion is also visible on the carnelian, particularly across its engraved decoration. The contrast between the warm red stone and the textured silverwork emphasises the substantial construction and detailed ornament of the ring.
Material: Silver and carnelian
Dimensions: 2.5 cm
Weight: 9.28 gr
Provenance: Acquired in the UK from a British private collection.
We guarantee the authenticity of our pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years.
A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email.
This item has been legally acquired in accordance with European law.
Details
Culture
Islamic
Century/timeframe
17th to 19th Century AD
Name of object
Ring with Engraved Octagonal Carnelian 17th to 19th Century AD
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Material
Silver
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
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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