{"product_id":"medieval-silver-signet-ring-quaternus-12th-14th-ce-eu-56-us-7-75","title":"Medieval Silver Signet Ring 'Quaternus' (12th-14th CE) EU 56\/US 7.75","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"543\"\u003eThis medieval silver signet ring features a flat bezel engraved with a quatrefoil motif, a form widely used in Gothic and Christian visual culture. The design served both as a devotional emblem and as a practical seal, producing a clear impression in wax. The ring has a simple, functional profile with age appropriate wear. Its form and material align with Western European production intended for everyday use rather than high nobility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"545\" data-end=\"819\"\u003eDetails\u003cbr data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"555\"\u003eMaterial: Silver\u003cbr data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"574\"\u003eDate: Medieval European, 12th–14th century CE\u003cbr data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"622\"\u003eRing Size: EU 56 \/ US 7.75\u003cbr data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"651\"\u003eProvenance: Private Belgian collection, acquired in the 1960s\u003cbr data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eUnique Identifier: R-146-S\u003cbr data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"744\"\u003eCondition: Very good with light age related wear and a clear engraved bezel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"979\"\u003eRestoration and Authenticity\u003cbr data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eOffered in original, untouched condition with stable patina and no modern repairs.\u003cbr data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"937\"\u003eA Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1424\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003cbr data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003eQuatrefoil motifs were common in medieval Christian art and architecture, symbolizing order, faith, and protection. Signet rings bearing such designs were worn by clerics, merchants, and minor officials as personal seals and identifiers. Silver examples reflect a balance between durability and status. Rings like this illustrate the close connection between devotion and daily administrative life in the High Middle Ages.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aurora Antiqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53775961063754,"sku":"R-146-S","price":440.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/IMG_9675.jpg?v=1768145247","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/medieval-silver-signet-ring-quaternus-12th-14th-ce-eu-56-us-7-75","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}