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Lot Essay
Cf. D. Scarisbrick, Rings, Thames and Hudson, 1993, p. 50-51 and 106-7; W. Jones, Finger-Ring Lore, Chatto and Windus, 1877, p. 319
Gimmel rings were noted in the 13th century and many have the Roman symbol of love - clasped hands, while others are surmounted by two precious stones. This ring is dated 1611 and interestingly Christie's London sold a more elaborate marriage ring in October 1991, lot 360, which was also Dutch and dated 1610. This example had the New Testament marriage vow 'What God hath joined...,' traditionally used instead of the names of the couple
Gimmel rings were noted in the 13th century and many have the Roman symbol of love - clasped hands, while others are surmounted by two precious stones. This ring is dated 1611 and interestingly Christie's London sold a more elaborate marriage ring in October 1991, lot 360, which was also Dutch and dated 1610. This example had the New Testament marriage vow 'What God hath joined...,' traditionally used instead of the names of the couple