No. 99080800

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Silver - Ring - Protective Seal Ring
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€ 67
2 weeks ago

Silver - Ring - Protective Seal Ring

Design & Craftsmanship: - Material: Silver, Bronze - Hallmark: 925 - Weight: 8 g - Crafting Technique: Handcrafted, engraved calligraphy - Approximate Ring Size: ⌀17.2 mm / EU 55 / US 7 - Function: Protection, prayer carrier, personal talisman - Object Title: Protective Seal Ring Description: Protective seal rings are closely associated with the amulet (muska) and hamayil traditions of Middle Eastern and Ottoman cultures. These rings were not merely ornaments but were regarded as portable forms of prayer — tangible symbols of protection.The act of pressing the ring’s face into wax or clay symbolized the preservation of one’s prayer and intention through a physical seal. In this sense, the piece unites the concepts of faith, identity, and protection within a single form. This ring embodies both the elegant lines of calligraphy and the mastery of metal craftsmanship. Its simple yet powerful form represents an aesthetic expression of ancient protective symbols that have endured throughout history. Shipping & Packaging: + Worldwide insured shipping with tracking (FedEx) + Fast delivery: 2–5 days! + Combined shipping available: pay once, ship multiple items together + Secure gift box packaging + Always shipped as an insured parcel with tracking number Check out more pieces in: Pavlove’s Unique Collection

No. 99080800

Sold
Silver - Ring - Protective Seal Ring

Silver - Ring - Protective Seal Ring

Design & Craftsmanship:

- Material: Silver, Bronze
- Hallmark: 925
- Weight: 8 g
- Crafting Technique: Handcrafted, engraved calligraphy
- Approximate Ring Size: ⌀17.2 mm / EU 55 / US 7
- Function: Protection, prayer carrier, personal talisman
- Object Title: Protective Seal Ring

Description:

Protective seal rings are closely associated with the amulet (muska) and hamayil traditions of Middle Eastern and Ottoman cultures. These rings were not merely ornaments but were regarded as portable forms of prayer — tangible symbols of protection.The act of pressing the ring’s face into wax or clay symbolized the preservation of one’s prayer and intention through a physical seal. In this sense, the piece unites the concepts of faith, identity, and protection within a single form.

This ring embodies both the elegant lines of calligraphy and the mastery of metal craftsmanship. Its simple yet powerful form represents an aesthetic expression of ancient protective symbols that have endured throughout history.

Shipping & Packaging:

+ Worldwide insured shipping with tracking (FedEx)
+ Fast delivery: 2–5 days!
+ Combined shipping available: pay once, ship multiple items together
+ Secure gift box packaging
+ Always shipped as an insured parcel with tracking number

Check out more pieces in: Pavlove’s Unique Collection

Final bid
€ 67
Surya Rutten
Expert
Estimate  € 140 - € 200

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