{"product_id":"17th-century-21kt-gold-engraved-signet-ring-with-anchor-and-guild-crest","title":"17th Century 21ct Gold Engraved Signet Ring with Anchor and Guild Crest","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional antique gold signet ring, dating from circa 1640-1660, crafted in high-purity 21ct gold and weighing an impressive 19.6 grams. This rare mens signet ring likely belonged to a senior figure within a ship builders guild in either Rotterdam or Hamburg, both flourishing maritime centres during the 17th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oval bezel is deeply engraved with an anchor, shipwrights tools, two stars, and the initials R.E., reversed for use as a seal impression. Such engraved signet rings were traditionally used to authenticate official documents by pressing into wax, serving both as personal identifiers and marks of authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe engraving remains crisp and well-preserved, a testament to the high level of craftsmanship associated with early family crest signet rings and coat of arms rings of this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinger Size: UK P (US 8)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 19.6 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: 2.6 2.4 1.3 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: 21ct High Purity Gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Circa 1640-1660\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Likely Rotterdam or Hamburg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent preserved condition considering its age, with gentle wear and patina appropriate to a 17th-century vintage signet ring. Engraving detail is deep and legible; structure remains solid and wearable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique gold signet ring is a remarkable piece of maritime history ideal for collectors of mens gold signet rings, family crest signet rings, or engraved signet rings. Perfect as a gents signet ring or display piece, it represents the craftsmanship and symbolism of early coat of arms rings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ishy Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56553903161721,"sku":"SQ5299986","price":29500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1112\/2692\/files\/2025-10-27_11-29-03_28B_2CR8_2CS4_29.webp?v=1769291596","url":"https:\/\/www.ishyantiques.co.uk\/products\/17th-century-21kt-gold-engraved-signet-ring-with-anchor-and-guild-crest","provider":"Ishy Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}