As with all items in this collection, this artifact is. And will be accompanied by a. Certificate of Authenticity and Provenance. Detailing typology, dating, region, and collection history. Crusader Order Bronze Signet Ring Eagle and Shield Templar Era 1100AD Authentic Antiquity. Authenticity Notice Guaranteed authentic medieval bronze signet ring from the Crusader period. Acquired from an old European collection. Details Culture: Crusader / Latin Christian Order Date: Circa 11th-12th century AD Material: Bronze Type: Heraldic signet ring Ring Size: 9-9.5 Bezel: Rectangular shield form Condition: Complete, strong relief, ancient wear. Overview This powerful medieval bronze signet ring displays formal Crusader heraldic symbolism executed in a bold, early style. The rectangular shield bezel is flanked by deeply incised eagle imagery on the shoulders – a symbol of authority, vigilance, and divine favor widely used in Crusader and knightly order contexts. The band further incorporates raised dot motifs and linear framing, elements commonly associated with martial identity, rank, and oath-bound brotherhood. The ring’s heavy construction, angular bezel, and integrated heraldic program strongly indicate use by a member of a Crusader military order or knightly retinue, rather than a civilian owner. Rings of this type functioned as personal seals, authority markers, and status identifiers, used to authenticate documents and assert allegiance. Authenticity Check The ring exhibits correct medieval bronze fabric, hand-cut decorative elements, casting irregularities, and long-term wear consistent with genuine Crusader-period use. Patination, corrosion, and edge rounding are natural and uninterrupted. No modern tooling, casting seams, or artificial aging are present. Iconography and construction align with documented Crusader and Templar-era signet rings. Comparable Examples Comparable Crusader order signet rings with eagle symbolism and shield bezels are preserved in major collections such as the British Museum and other medieval European institutional holdings, catalogued as knightly or military order rings of the Crusader era. Further Reading Egan & Pritchard, Medieval Finds from Excavations in London Oakeshott, Arms and Armour of the Crusading Era British Museum Collection Online. Condition Very good for type. Devices remain clearly legible with honest medieval wear and stable patina.