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Gold Armorial Signet Ring Europe Late 16th century
$14,310.03
£10,595.98
€12,000
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A$21,168.84
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About the Item
Period: late 16th century
Ring size: 7
Weight: 3,4 gr
The sixteenth century signet ring is forged in gold with an octagonal shape that encloses inside it the engraving of a bird, surrounded by ornamental motifs. The figure in the center could be identified with a pelican, in heraldry often associated with the love of a good pater familia towards their children; It could also be an alcione – better known as kingfisher – which in antiquity was thought to calm the fury of the stormy sea thanks to its singing, therefore, became a symbol of benevolence and goodness. The gold forging of the signet ring indicates that it belonged to a wealthy person, who used this symbol to identify himself and his family, emphasizing his social status and sometimes his profession. A similar ring is also kept at the British Museum (AF.840).
- Ring Size:7 US, Resizable
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- Weight:3.4 g
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- Date of Manufacture:16th Century
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- Seller Location:Firenze, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU12026464112
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