Rare Medieval Silver Gilt Merchant's Seal with Hound Dog Circa 14th-15th century AD This rare silver gilt seal ring features a hoop with a central groove and an octagonal-shaped bezel. The bezel is intricately engraved with a reclining hound dog within a dotted border. Merchant's seal rings were indispensable tools in medieval trade, used to certify goods, contracts, and correspondence. Worn by merchants and traders, these rings bore symbols or initials unique to their owners, serving as personal seals of authenticity and trustworthiness. Dimensions: Diameter 17.12mm; US Size 6 3/4; UK Size N; weight 4g Provenance: Private UK Ancient Art Collection formerly acquired on the UK, European, and USA Art Markets from pre-2000 Collections. Disclaimer: NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE OF THE EUROPEAN UNION. All items will be shipped from Belgium. The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits. The seller will not ship outside the EU.