{"product_id":"medieval-silver-signet-ring-aquilinus-11th-14th-ce-eu-55-us-7-25","title":"Medieval Silver Signet Ring 'Aquilinus' (11th-14th CE) EU 55\/US 7.25","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"633\" data-start=\"99\"\u003eThis medieval silver signet ring features a solid oval bezel engraved with a stylised bird motif rendered in shallow linear cuts. The engraving defines wings and body in a schematic manner, framed by simple geometric lines suited to producing a clear seal impression rather than fine pictorial detail. The robust hoop tapers toward the back and is decorated on the shoulders with restrained linear engraving that echoes the bezel design. Heavy surface wear and smoothing reflect long term use consistent with medieval signet practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"935\" data-start=\"635\"\u003eDetails\u003cbr data-end=\"645\" data-start=\"642\"\u003eMaterial: Silver\u003cbr data-end=\"664\" data-start=\"661\"\u003eDate: Medieval period, 11th–14th century CE\u003cbr data-end=\"710\" data-start=\"707\"\u003eRing Size: EU 55 \/ US 7.25\u003cbr data-end=\"739\" data-start=\"736\"\u003eProvenance: Private European collection, acquisition period not recorded\u003cbr data-end=\"814\" data-start=\"811\"\u003eUnique Identifier: R-27-S\u003cbr data-end=\"842\" data-start=\"839\"\u003eCondition: Complete, with surface wear, oxidation, and softened engraving consistent with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1412\" data-start=\"937\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eRestoration and Authenticity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eOffered in its original and cleaned condition with no modern repairs.\u003cbr\u003eA Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1910\" data-start=\"1414\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003cbr data-end=\"1435\" data-start=\"1432\"\u003eSilver signet rings with engraved metal bezels were widely used across medieval Europe by private individuals rather than elite institutions. Bird motifs were common personal or symbolic devices and do not necessarily indicate formal heraldry or noble status. The schematic style reflects medieval sealing traditions distinct from Roman gemstone intaglios. Rings of this type served as practical tools for identification while also functioning as everyday personal adornment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"455\" data-start=\"101\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aurora Antiqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60880197419338,"sku":"R-27-S","price":460.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/IMG_9781.jpg?v=1768667528","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/medieval-silver-signet-ring-aquilinus-11th-14th-ce-eu-55-us-7-25","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}