Medeltida, Korstågstiden Silver Ring

Medieval silver signet ring with an octagonal basel, dipting Dragon flying over a net and three spears
Measurements:17.6mm, 7.28g.
Circa: 10th–12th Century AD

A seal or signet ring was used to apply the wearer's personal mark to the sealing wax on a document. The seal then demonstrated the legality of the document and the identification of the issuing authority or individual. Signet rings could be engraved with a coat of arms or crest, an initial, a merchant's mark (a geometric symbol used to mark goods or personal belongings), or a personal symbol.

Provence acquired the object in 1995
In the London art market
Previous private English collection 1980-1995

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The seller can prove that the lot was acquired legally, and the declaration of origin has been seen by Catawiki.
Important information. The seller guarantees that he has the right to send this lot.
The SELLER will take care of all necessary permits.
The seller will inform the contractor if this takes more than a few days.