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Description: | A complete, broken and misshapen Medieval to post-Medieval 'fede' silver-gilt finger-ring (c. 1400-c. 1600). Treasure case no. 2015 T1.The bezel is in the form of clasped hands. Each hand emanates from a transverse ridge which probably represents a cuff. Between the ridges are three oblique grooves.This finger-ring is worn and there is very little detail of the hands. The breaks appear to be old.33.1mm (length); 8.3mm (width); 2.9mm (thickness). Weight: 5.33g.The clasped hands motif originated during the Roman period; however it became popular across Europe in the 15th century, with fede rings being given at the time of betrothal or marriage, the name taken from the Italian le mani in fede (hands in faith/trust). The hands on medieval examples are usually moulded in relief and most are shown with sleeve cuffs; in some cases the hands are surmounted by a crown.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | http://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/r... | Go to resource |
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