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A rare gold ring from 1912, commemorating the political and military events that occurred in Taza, Morocco.
In the same year, the ‘Treaty of Fes’ was signed, which marked the establishment of the French Protectorate over Morocco. This event was a major turning point in Moroccan history, leading to the country being divided into zones controlled by France and Spain. Taza is a strategic city in northern Morocco, located between the Rif mountains and the Middle Atlas. It has been historically important for controlling access between the northern and central parts of the country. In the year of the Treaty, the French moved to consolidate control and they launched military operations across Morocco to subdue resistance and secure key locations. Taza, due to its strategic position, would have been a critical target for these operations.
As the French pushed into the region, they were met with significant resistance from local tribes. Rather than a single, well-documented battle, Taza was involved in a series of skirmishes, military manoeuvres, and negotiations.
The gold ring was made in Morocco, and it probably would have been made as a keepsake for a French soldier or officer who was positioned in Taza during the conflict which unfolded in 1912. It would have served as a reminder of what the soldier faced during their deployment. The ring is adorned with Moroccan motifs including the crescent moon and hand of Fatima.
You could also argue that the creation of a ring with these Islamic symbols, which are deeply rooted in Moroccan culture, suggests that it might equally have been made for a member of the Moroccan Resistance. The Hand of Fatima, in particular, is a widely recognised symbol of protection against evil and a sign of faith. By crafting a ring that combines these symbols with Taza and the year 1912, the maker or wearer of the ring could be commemorating the strength and resilience of the people of Taza in the face of foreign occupation. However, the fact that the engraving is written in the Latin alphabet rather than Arabic would probably indicate that it would have been commissioned by a French soldier.
Either way, this ring serves as a deeply symbolic artefact, blending cultural, religious, and historical elements to convey a message of identity and commemoration.
The gold ring is typical of Moroccan craftsmanship, with openwork decorations and engraved high-karat gold. It is beautifully worn from many years of wear and feels silky on the finger.
UK size N, US size 6.75
The rings weighs 2.35 grams, it is unmarked but tests as 18K gold. The ring measures 11mm north to south at the front, and 2mm at the back.
A rare gold ring from 1912, commemorating the political and military events that occurred in Taza, Morocco.
In the same year, the ‘Treaty of Fes’ was signed, which marked the establishment of the French Protectorate over Morocco. This event was a major turning point in Moroccan history, leading to the country being divided into zones controlled by France and Spain. Taza is a strategic city in northern Morocco, located between the Rif mountains and the Middle Atlas. It has been historically important for controlling access between the northern and central parts of the country. In the year of the Treaty, the French moved to consolidate control and they launched military operations across Morocco to subdue resistance and secure key locations. Taza, due to its strategic position, would have been a critical target for these operations.
As the French pushed into the region, they were met with significant resistance from local tribes. Rather than a single, well-documented battle, Taza was involved in a series of skirmishes, military manoeuvres, and negotiations.
The gold ring was made in Morocco, and it probably would have been made as a keepsake for a French soldier or officer who was positioned in Taza during the conflict which unfolded in 1912. It would have served as a reminder of what the soldier faced during their deployment. The ring is adorned with Moroccan motifs including the crescent moon and hand of Fatima.
You could also argue that the creation of a ring with these Islamic symbols, which are deeply rooted in Moroccan culture, suggests that it might equally have been made for a member of the Moroccan Resistance. The Hand of Fatima, in particular, is a widely recognised symbol of protection against evil and a sign of faith. By crafting a ring that combines these symbols with Taza and the year 1912, the maker or wearer of the ring could be commemorating the strength and resilience of the people of Taza in the face of foreign occupation. However, the fact that the engraving is written in the Latin alphabet rather than Arabic would probably indicate that it would have been commissioned by a French soldier.
Either way, this ring serves as a deeply symbolic artefact, blending cultural, religious, and historical elements to convey a message of identity and commemoration.
The gold ring is typical of Moroccan craftsmanship, with openwork decorations and engraved high-karat gold. It is beautifully worn from many years of wear and feels silky on the finger.
UK size N, US size 6.75
The rings weighs 2.35 grams, it is unmarked but tests as 18K gold. The ring measures 11mm north to south at the front, and 2mm at the back.
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