Medieval St John Knights Maltese Cross Ring: Oxidized & 18K Gold-Filled Sterling Silver Ring

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A closer look at Medieval St John Knights Maltese Cross Ring: Oxidized & 18K Gold-Filled Sterling Silver Ring from Rafael Santarosa Fine Jewelry. Listed in Rings. Materials: 18k, Gold filled, Silver. Maltese Cross silver Statement Ring, designed by Rafael Santarosa, it is a heraldic symbol which developed from earlier forms of eight-pointed crosses in the 16th century. The whole shape reminds the crusaders shields and the silver gold filled cross is an exact representation of the heraldic Maltese cross. The eight points of the eight-pointed cross have been given a number of symbolic interpretations, such as representing the eight Lands of the Knights Hospitaller (Auvergne, Provence, France, Aragon, Castille and Portugal, Italy, Germany, and the British Isles) or alternatively the "eight obligations or aspirations" of the knights.Nowadays, it still stands as the main symbol for many Orders, as Sovereign Military Order of Malta, of the Order of Saint John, of the Venerable Order of Saint John, Australia- Queensland (part of state emblem) Maltese Republic who have their origins to the equivalent Orders of the past but moreover it has been adopted, as an official symbol by most European countries or royal Families as part of their state or royal emblem as well as by United States of America Government for military and civil Orders. this cross has always been a symbol of deep meanings and aspirations and of hidden secrets. Maltese cross ring on sterling silver oxidized and gold-filled. Medieval Military Order of Malta, Order of Saint John cross ringThanks for visiting my shop.All USA orders are shipped DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) – no hidden customs fees or import taxes upon delivery.My name is Athanasios, I live in Greece, and I design, and I handcraft Jewellery based on ancient and byzantine Greek tradition. My workplace established on the holy mountain Parnassus, near the center of the earth, the Delphi ancient Greek secret holy city.Please feel free message me for any information, help or requestIf we are in a different time zone, please be patient, will get back to you as soon as possible.The photographs of our products are not professional. They are taken by me and uploaded in a logo frame to ensure you that is my own propriety because I am the designer and manufacturer and not a reseller. DELIVERY IS FREE WORLDWIDE. Delivery is done immediately by the most efficient way appropriate for your country. FedEx Express, DHL Express and Hellenic Post are the most common. All items are shipped from Athens, Greece and under normal circumstances are delivered from 2 to 7 business days worldwide. Don't forget to message me a phone number after buying a jewel. Is very valuable for the courier to ensure that can easily communicate with you for the safe delivery in the appropriate time. When your order ships, you will receive the carrier and tracking details through EmenCraft. We use only natural gemstones. Our pearls are always freshwater quality. On the jewelry set with gemstones, please read our descriptions to understand which gems have been used. Since we sell to an international market our sizing measurements are either in the metric system or in American standards. If you are not familiar with our sizing please ask. Ring sizes are in US or French and lengths or widths are in centimeters or inches. One inch is 2.54cm Prices are listed in euros. Displayed converted prices may vary with exchange rates. Stay with us for more handmade jewelry here https://emencraft.com/shop/rafael-santarosa-fine-jewelry-ei47dw. Frequently asked questions Gift wrapping and packaging. All items are shipped in a hard jewelry, gift box and are ready to be offered in a linen pouch as gifts. The box is placed in a bubble envelope for shipping. Care instructions All jewelry is made from sterling silver 925 or solid gold and can be worn 24 hours a day. A bit of care is needed for the gold plated or gold-filled items, where continuous with water or perfumes will gradually fade away the plating. Shipping Each item has its own processing time even though for most items I have at least one available for immediate shipping. All items have free international shipping with FedEx Express, DHL express or with Greek Postal Service (ELTA), On items that are shipped in Greece, quicker, expedited ACS Greek courier, or DHL shipping is available. Sizing details Each country has its own scaling system, so we use many scales on our product listings. If you are not familiar with our sizing, please ask. Ring sizes are in US or French and lengths or widths are in centimeters or inches. One inch is 2.54cm Enjoy your jewelry.