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SEARCH 1,000,000's of Antiques, Art, Vintage, Retro, and RARE Collectors' items on eBay :)
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Early 16th C SILVER TUDOR THUMB RING Mans Signet |
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| Dateline: 16th Century |
Item# 32035 |
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This amazing oval seal intaglio ring, dates back to the early part of the 16th C and the reign of Henry VIII / Mary I (Bloody Mary).
The engraving certainly resembles Queen Mary and important people / figureheads of society were often engraved on these rings: this would warrant more research.
This Tudor ring is a thumb ring for a gentleman and is in superb condition.
I was told that it may be a Priest's ring and that the picture depicts an Abess, but having looked into this, I do not believe it to be the case.
Abesses dressed like nuns in very simple attire and this appears to be a society lady: well-dressed and adorned with jewels.
I do not dispute however, that the ring may have belonged to a Priest.
It is very large and the band measures an inch in diameter.
The oval seal measures 3/4" by 5/8".
This is a very rare, solid ring with lots of character and presence and in amazing condition for its age.
Condition: Excellent
Dimensions: Ring measures 1" in diameter
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Sold:
Sale Price/Value Guide: *over 990+ GBP
(Nov 2009)
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*Early 16th C SILVER TUDOR THUMB RING Mans Signet - Sale Price published as a guide only. The value of antique, art and vintage collectible items can fluctuate, and vary between trade, auction & open-market values, retail prices and insurance valuations. For insurance purposes, insuring a high-value item or collection, we recommend a first-hand appraisal and renewed valuation every 5-7 years.
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