Luther’s Wedding Ring

An Unworn "Luther ring" Made of Gold with Rose-Cut Garnet


€ 869.00 *
Content 1 piece
Unit price €869.00 / piece
Incl. VAT, Shipping
An Unworn "Luther ring" Made of Gold with Rose-Cut Garnet
An Unworn "Luther ring" Made of Gold with Rose-Cut Garnet
Description
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This 14-karat gold ring with a rose-cut garnet in its center is an unusual object: it is a detailed replica of the legendary ring with which Martin Luther is said to have married his beloved, the nun Katharina von Bora, in 1525. The original ring was guarded by the couple's descendants until it found its way into the museum - it is still kept in Leipzig today. This original ring, a gift from the Elector of Saxony, is an unusual goldsmith's work charged with meaning: The openwork ring shows a depiction of the crucifixion of Christ, with the hoop itself formed by the cross. Next to the crucified man we see the instruments of torture, the so-called "Arma Christi". These are the ladder, the lance of Longinus, a scourge, a sceptre to mock his royal dignity, the staff with the vinegar sponge, a sword, a rope and a bow depicted in relief. At the intersection of the arms of the cross, the ring is also set with a red garnet, symbolizing the shed blood of Christ. Very early on, admirers of the reformer took this significant piece of jewellery, which was published in copperplate engravings and descriptions, as an opportunity to produce rings based on this model and wear them as a sign of their Protestantism. Our unusual ring is a replica of Luther's wedding ring, which was created on our behalf. The ring will be made for you after your order and has a delivery time of approx. three weeks.
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An Unworn "Luther ring" Made of Gold with Rose-Cut Garnet
Luther’s Wedding Ring
€ 869.00 *
Content 1 piece
Unit price €869.00 / piece
Incl. VAT, Shipping
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Our Promise
Our Promise

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