332 - Medieval Gold Fede Ring with Amethysts. The Kal Noselson Medieval Collection (Lots 330-335 & 2160-2168)

Medieval Gold Fede Ring with Amethysts. The Kal Noselson Medieval Collection (Lots 330-335 & 2160-2168) Circa 14th century A.D. Comprising a D-section hoop with clasped-hands motif to the underside; three radiating cells to the bezel, the outer two each with an amethyst cabochon, the central one absent. Cf. Dalton, O.M., The Franks Bequest Catalogue of Finger Rings, London, 1912, item 1026, for the type. 2.14 grams, 20.76 mm overall, 17.48 x 16.74 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M 1/2, USA 6 1/4, Europe 13.09, Japan 12) (3/4 in.). [A video of this lot is available to view on TimeLine Auctions Website] (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.) Acquired from Derek Content, 23 January 1995. Private collection of Kal Noselson, New York, acquired between 1976 and the late 1990s; thence by descent. Accompanied by an original invoice from Derek Content, 23 January 1995. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.13453-259908. The ring belongs to the category of fede rings, characterised by clasped hands on the back and ruby sets, conical bezels with oval settings. Sometimes, three knobs were used in place of the set of stones. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.