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An Early Medieval Silver Friendship Ring Or Fede Ring With Clasped Hands, 14th Century

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"An Early Medieval Silver Friendship Ring Or Fede Ring With Clasped Hands, 14th Century"

A beautiful and rare ring from early circa 1350 to 140O - Clasped hands adorn the top and bottom of the bezel and a quatrefoil pattern on both sides. A good portable piece.

USA Ring Size 9¾

Fede rings (from the Italian word "trust") are derived from the ancient Roman device of two hands clasped together as a token of faith. The design was called dextrarum iunctio, from the Latin meaning clasped right hands. Such rings were often used in medieval times as wedding rings or as symbols of faithful love.