Throughout history, signet rings have been symbols of power – bearing distinctive seals, insignias, crests or flags that tell a unique story about the wearer’s identity and stature. The Etihad Museum houses two such rings, belonging to two of the UAE’s Founding Fathers.
Signet Ring of Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al-NuaimiEtihad Museum
Signet Ring of Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al-Nuaimi
This signet ring belongs to the late Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al-Nuaimi – the former Ruler of the Emirate of Ajman between the years 1928 - 1981.
The ring made from silver has a green stone in its center inscribed with the name of Sheikh Rashid Al-Nuaimi in Arabic.
This signet ring’s inscription is beautifully accentuated by the contrast between the subtle silver and the bold green.
Some signet rings are made entirely from metal, while others are set with a carved stone bearing a distinct seal of identification.
Like many signet rings, this was a personalized belonging of the late Ruler and is now on display at the Etihad Museum.
Signet Ring of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al MuallaEtihad Museum
Signet Ring of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Mualla
This signet ring belongs to the late Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Mualla – the former Ruler of the Emirate of Umm Al Quwain between the years 1928 - 1981.
Most historic signet rings were adorned and usually included engraved or embossed surfaces that could be used to mark and authenticate sealed forms for correspondences.
The brown stone seal set in this silver ring is inscribed with the name of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Mualla in Arabic.
The carving on this signet ring’s octagon-shaped stone is deep enough to leave an impression in melted wax.
Details of Arabic lettering and accents are intricately engraved on the stone’s face.
This signet ring is also part of Etihad’s Museum’s 'Founding Fathers’ exhibit.
