{"product_id":"medieval-bronze-signet-ring-osman-14th-16th-c-ad-eu-76-us-15-5","title":"Medieval Bronze Signet Ring 'Osman' (14th-16th c. AD) EU 76\/US 15.5","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"489\"\u003eThis late medieval bronze signet ring features a simple engraved tri radiant cross flanked by short rays above a crescent shaped base. The design reflects common protective Christian symbols used by townsfolk and craftsmen in the Low Countries and the Rhineland. The ring has thick tapering shoulders and a deep green patina. It served as both a personal seal and a devotional token.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"790\"\u003eDetails\u003cbr data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"501\"\u003eMaterial: Bronze\u003cbr data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"520\"\u003eDate: Late Medieval, 14th–16th century AD\u003cbr data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"564\"\u003eRing Size: EU 76 \/ US 14\u003cbr data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"591\"\u003eProvenance: Private Belgian collection, inherited in 1985 from a collection formed in the 1960s\u003cbr data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"689\"\u003eUnique Identifier: R-129-B\u003cbr data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"718\"\u003eCondition: Good with age related wear and a stable archaeological patina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eRestoration and Authenticity\u003cbr data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"823\"\u003eThis piece is preserved in its untouched state, showing natural aging and patina from centuries of burial and wear. For those who prefer a refreshed look, a professional restoration service is available, reviving original detail while respecting historical integrity.\u003cbr data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003eIf you’d like to book a restoration, simply add the restoration option along with your order or book it as the additional product in my shop.\u003cbr data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003eA Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1646\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003cbr data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eBronze signet rings of this type were used across the Low Countries and western Germany in the late Middle Ages. They provided a simple personal mark for sealing wax and were often engraved with protective Christian symbols. Such rings were commonly worn by rural craftsmen, traders, and travellers and expressed everyday devotion and identity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aurora Antiqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53563723219274,"sku":"R-129-B","price":360.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/IMG_9286_ebb714cd-fefd-4d36-912f-f5700d5fbd8c.jpg?v=1765907872","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/medieval-bronze-signet-ring-osman-14th-16th-c-ad-eu-76-us-15-5","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}