Sincere commitment, Medieval illuminated ring in sterling silver

The “Sincere Commitment” ring is a piece of jewelry that seals a bond of love or friendship through the delicate art of medieval illumination.
Illumination, practiced by monk-scribes in the Middle Ages, was the refined art of adorning manuscripts with intricate details — interwoven foliage, historiated initials, and fantastical or hybrid creatures — blending Christian symbolism with fertile imagination. This sacred art aimed to elevate text into a spiritual and visual object, conferring both beauty and reverence.

In this piece, the silver band features two adjacent square shapes, each engraved with an illuminated initial inspired by Gothic or Carolingian manuscripts. These stylized letters echo the majestic initials found in books of hours and ancient psalters, finely rendered in silver with depth and character. Each letter can represent a name, a union, a vow, or a cherished memory.

This ring is designed for those passionate about calligraphy, art history, and medieval culture — for those who see writing as an intimate and lasting act. It will also appeal to lovers of ancient aesthetics, artisanal craftsmanship, and the discreet nobility of meaningful objects.

Crafted in a rustic spirit, with a deliberately textured or patinated finish reminiscent of handmade pieces from 13th- or 14th-century workshops, this ring is ideal as an engagement ring, a promise ring, a wedding band, or a symbol of personal, spiritual, or artistic commitment.

Metal: sterling silver (925)

Width: 10 mm

Please refer to the last black-and-white photo to preview the style of the illuminated initials available.

When placing your order, kindly specify:

• The two letters you wish to have engraved on the ring
• Your ring size

Production time: 5 business days before shipping

Thickness of the ring: this model can be made with thicknesses of 1 mm, 1.3 mm or 1.6 mm. For reference, go to the last photo of the slideshow.

The ring thickness on the model is 1 mm.

Important: depending on your finger size, the solder at the back of your ring will show an interruption in the pattern with a plain vertical and in order to keep an overall harmony. Each rind is custom made and each finish will also be custom made (please refer to the example picture at the end of the photo series).

As we currently dwell in Mexico, provide a period of 3 to 6 weeks to receive your order for free with normal post service. Thank you for taking this information into account before ordering in our shop. At checkout, you will also have the option of choosing an express shipping. (please, read the complete conditions of shipping here).

You have a question? Contact us.

I hope you will love this jewel as much as I enjoyed creating it.

By Emmanuelle Guyon.

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