A very impressive Ottoman Empire silver-metal ring. It presents a raised bezel set with a black hardstone intaglio showing a bird in flight. Three incised dots enrich the background. The intaglio decoration served as a stamp or a seal, illustrating a protective symbol or the heraldry of the owner. The raised bezel presents a trapezoid shape and is decorated on all sides with geometric patterns, partly worn and faded, with a raised trefoil formation at the centre of two sides. The shoulders feature two rounded protrusions. Good solid condition, wearable. Signs of wear consistent with age and use. Measurements: H 3.2cm x W 2.3cm Inside diameter: 1.8cm Closest UK ring size: Q Provenance: Purchased by the current owner in 2021. Prior English collection of Mr. A.H.D.