Dimensions: finger size is 10 and 3/4; seal on the front of the ring is 1.3 cm by 1.6 cm (approx. 4/8 by 5/8 inch)
Condition: excellent, no damage or restoration
Year: 1820's
Price:sold
Description: Very rare Berlin iron work ring with an intaglio royal crested seal. Early Berlin iron work jewelry is scarce and rings are very rare. This ring has a seal that is from one of the German royal families, as indicated by the crown atop the crest.
Historical information: During the Napoleonic wars (1813-15), Germany asked its wealthy citizens to donate their gold jewelry to the war effort. In return, they were given jewelry made from iron, as a symbol of their patriotism. The name of the campaign was, "Ich gabe gold fuer Eisen" (I gave gold for Iron). After the war, the popularity of Berlin iron jewelry continued up until the mid 1830's.
