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Details
A heavy 16th century silver-gilt signet ring
the oval bezel engraved with initials E H joined by knotted rope with tasselled terminals within beaded border, the shoulders with oak leaf cluster raised decoration.
finger size - V1/2
See plate 1
the oval bezel engraved with initials E H joined by knotted rope with tasselled terminals within beaded border, the shoulders with oak leaf cluster raised decoration.
finger size - V1/2
See plate 1
Special notice
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis
Further details
C.f. J. Boardman & D. Scarisbrick, The Ralph Harari collection of Finger Rings (London 1977) no. 140, for similar shoulder decoration, also S. Bury. Jewellery Gallery Summery Catalogue, Victoria and Albert Museum p.199 no. 4, for ring of similar proportions.