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A 19th century gimmel and fede ring
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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A 19th century gimmel and fede ring Designed as four interlinking rings with clasped hand motif, ring size K, cased Footnotes: A gimmel ring (from the Latin 'gemellus' meaning 'twin') is a ring composed of multiple hoops that fit together so perfectly they appear as one complete ring. When the four hoops of this ring are connected, they form a bezel in the shape of two clasped right hands. This device, known as a fede, (from the Italian 'mani in fede' meaning 'hands in trust') has been used in love rings since Roman times. The clasping of right hands, known as 'dextrarum iunctio', also symbolises friendship, loyalty and harmony. Fede and gimmel rings were intended as betrothal or marriage rings. The individual rings could be divided between the betrothed couple and a close relative or friend before being reunited and presented as one ring during the wedding ceremony. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing
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A 19th century gimmel and fede ring Designed as four interlinking rings with clasped hand motif, ring size K, cased Footnotes: A gimmel ring (from the Latin 'gemellus' meaning 'twin') is a ring composed of multiple hoops that fit together so perfectly they appear as one complete ring. When the four hoops of this ring are connected, they form a bezel in the shape of two clasped right hands. This device, known as a fede, (from the Italian 'mani in fede' meaning 'hands in trust') has been used in love rings since Roman times. The clasping of right hands, known as 'dextrarum iunctio', also symbolises friendship, loyalty and harmony. Fede and gimmel rings were intended as betrothal or marriage rings. The individual rings could be divided between the betrothed couple and a close relative or friend before being reunited and presented as one ring during the wedding ceremony. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing
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