Medieval silver signet ring

Medieval silver signet ring

Code: 10846

£285.00 Approx $359.85, €333.33
 

This is a nice late medieval silver signet ring, dating to the 15th - 16th century. The oval bezel is engraved with a geometric design, used to seal and authenticate letters and documents. The signet is intact with a nice patina from excavation. 

OBJECT: Signet Ring

CULTURE: Medieval

DATE: c. 15th - 16th century A.D.

MATERIAL: Silver

RING SIZE:   8   (US)    Q  (UK)

SIZE: 20mm x 22mm x 3mm (bezel 14mm)

WEIGHT:  3.61  grams

PROVENANCE: Formerly in a European Private Collection. Eindhoven, Netherlands.