Ottoman Empire Ring with Carnelian Intaglio with Scorpion (No reserve price)

Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid. Very impressive antique Islamic Ottoman ring. Prominently raised oval bezel with a carnelian intaglio showing a scorpion. Intricate decorations all around the bezel border and on the shoulders of the ring, tapering ring band. -> Animal motifs are characteristic of rings from the Islamic world, where symbolic and ornamental designs were often preferred over readable text. Outside diameter: ± 21,7 mm Inside diameter: ± 18,3 - 17,1 mm minimum Bezel: ± 17,5 x 14,1 x 12,3 mm Good solid condition, wearable. Visible signs of wear consistent with age and use. Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) is available upon request for lots with a hammer price of €100 or higher.

Estimate:$235.75

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