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Medieval Signet Ring with Quatrefoil – “Wolfram” (13th–15th century AD) – EU 50 / US 5.25
  • Medieval Signet Ring with Quatrefoil – “Wolfram” (13th–15th century AD) – EU 50 / US 5.25
  • Medieval Signet Ring with Quatrefoil – “Wolfram” (13th–15th century AD) – EU 50 / US 5.25
  • Medieval Signet Ring with Quatrefoil – “Wolfram” (13th–15th century AD) – EU 50 / US 5.25
  • Medieval Signet Ring with Quatrefoil – “Wolfram” (13th–15th century AD) – EU 50 / US 5.25
  • Medieval Signet Ring with Quatrefoil – “Wolfram” (13th–15th century AD) – EU 50 / US 5.25
  • Medieval Signet Ring with Quatrefoil – “Wolfram” (13th–15th century AD) – EU 50 / US 5.25
  • Medieval Signet Ring with Quatrefoil – “Wolfram” (13th–15th century AD) – EU 50 / US 5.25
  • Medieval Signet Ring with Quatrefoil – “Wolfram” (13th–15th century AD) – EU 50 / US 5.25
  • Medieval Signet Ring with Quatrefoil – “Wolfram” (13th–15th century AD) – EU 50 / US 5.25
  • Medieval Signet Ring with Quatrefoil – “Wolfram” (13th–15th century AD) – EU 50 / US 5.25
Medieval Signet Ring with Quatrefoil – “Wolfram” (13th–15th century AD) – EU 50 / US 5.25

Medieval Signet Ring with Quatrefoil – “Wolfram” (13th–15th century AD) – EU 50 / US 5.25

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€190,00

Material:

  • Bronze

Era:

  • Medieval

Rarity:

  • Uncommon
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Description

A cast copper alloy signet ring with integral hoop and polygonal flat bezel, dating to the High to Late Medieval period. The bezel bears a moulded four lobed foliate device arranged in cruciform symmetry around a central pellet. The interstices are filled with radiating linear strokes, creating a subtle star like visual effect. The shoulders are decorated in relief, and the ring retains a strong green patina consistent with age and long burial. Rings of this type functioned as personal seals and symbolic ornaments, with foliate and cross based symmetry often associated with protection and Christian identity.

Details
Material: Copper alloy
Date: High to Late Medieval, 13th–15th century AD
Ring Size: EU 50 / US 5.25
Provenance: Private Belgian collection, acquired before the 1960s
Unique Identifier: R-166-B
Condition: Good, with strong green patina and surface wear consistent with age

Restoration and Authenticity

This piece is preserved in its untouched state, showing natural aging and patina from centuries of burial and wear. For those who prefer a refreshed look, a professional restoration service is available, reviving original detail while respecting historical integrity.

If you’d like to book a restoration, simply add the restoration option along with your order or book it as the additional product in my shop.

A Certificate of Authenticity is included.

Historical Context
During the later Middle Ages, signet rings were worn across urban and rural Europe by merchants, artisans, clerics, and minor officials. Bold foliate and cruciform designs provided clear impressions in wax while also expressing personal belief and symbolic meaning. The four lobed device reflects a long lived decorative tradition that blends vegetal ornament with Christian cross symmetry. Such rings served both administrative purposes and as daily worn markers of identity and faith within medieval society.
Care

To maintain the beauty and integrity of your purchase, we recommend treating it with care. Simple maintenance practices, such as gentle washing and proper storage, can effectively preserve the longevity of your favorites. We encourage you to refer to the care instructions included with each item, designed to help you keep your purchase in top condition.
Authenticity

Each artifact we offer has been carefully examined by qualified professionals to ensure its authenticity. Our assessment considers historical style, craftsmanship, materials, and the wider typology of comparable pieces.

Because historical scholarship evolves, we offer a lifelong authenticity guarantee: if two independent, accredited laboratories ever determine that an item is not genuine, we will refund you in full.
What size is this ring?

The EU size of this ring is: 50

The US size of this ring is: 5.25


You can find information about ring sizes and how to determine your own, here.
Delivery Times & Processing

We prepare and ship most orders within 2–5 business days.

Delivery times depend on your location:

  • EU orders: usually arrive within 1–5 business days.
  • Non-EU orders: shipping typically takes 3–14 business days once dispatched.
  • Export documents: Some antiquities require official export paperwork before shipping, which can take 2–8 weeks depending on the item and the issuing authority.

All orders are fully insured and you will receive tracking information as soon as your shipment is on its way.

Provenance and authenticity documentation available for every piece.

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