RARE Fede ring / Gimmel Ring
£1,492.50
Heritagem presents :
This outstanding ring is a real testimony of the early 19th century. We call this kind of ring a Fede ring or a Gimmel ring. Fede for faith, trust and fidelity and Gimmel for gemmelus : twins. This one is composed of 3 bands ring : 2 hands are concealing a heart. How ravishing is this ! According to the Lang Antique University, the first fede rings appeared during the Middle Age in France. They became very popular during the Renaissance all over Europe. They were given as a proof of fidelity, love and betrothal. We can see similar rings at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London and at the British Museum. These lovely rings are real treasures !
This one weighs 5,2gr and it measures24,12 (0,94) x 19,90 (0,78) x 8,11(0,31). It sizes 52 / 6. This ring was perfectly well handcrafted and it is in very good antique condition. It was made at the very beginning of the 19th century. It is marked 750 on one of the band for 18kt gold.
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Weight : 5,2gr
Metal : 18kt gold
Ring Size : 52 / 6
Condition : Very Good
Dimensions : 24,12 (0,94) x 19,90 (0,78) x 8,11(0,31) mm (inch)
Period : early 19th century
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