RENAISSANCE SILVER-GILT HERALDIC SIGNET RING WITH COAT OF ARMS AND INITIALS O.K. / SOLD

A beautiful Late Renaissance Silver-gilt Heraldic Signet Ring with coat of arms; engraved shield with sword and in the Lombardic script Initials ”O. K.” above.

This is a large and heavy ring, likely worn over a glove; as was the fashion. Such a ring would have been a costly and important jewel owned by a wealthy Merchant as a means of authenticating transactions and letters.

Material: Solid Silver with gilding
Weight: 12.68 grams
Date: Post Medieval, 16th century
Measurement: overall: 27 x 26 mm, ring size: 22 mm (USA: 13)
Condition: Extremely fine condition, see photo’s

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