{"product_id":"knights-templar-cross-ring","title":"Knights Templar Cross Ring | Maltese Cross Signet","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Maltese cross did not begin with the Knights Templar. It predates them by centuries, moving through Byzantine Christianity and the crusading orders of the Holy Land before becoming the symbol most closely associated with the Knights of Malta and the wider military religious tradition of medieval Europe. What gave it staying power was its geometry: eight points, perfect symmetry, a form that reads clearly at any scale and in any material. Stamp it in wax, carve it in stone, cast it in steel. The cross holds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThat quality is exactly what this ring works with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe face of the ring is structured as a raised circular platform, the Maltese cross polished to a high silver finish and set flush against a recessed black epoxy resin background. The contrast is sharp enough to read from across a table. The same cross appears on each shoulder of the band, smaller and set against the same darkened textured ground, so the design wraps around rather than sitting only on the face. The band itself is smooth and polished, which keeps the visual weight where it belongs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAt a substantial signet scale with a wide band, the ring sits with authority on the finger without being uncomfortable. The sizing range runs from 7 to 15, covering most adult ring sizes including larger hands that struggle to find statement rings that actually fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e316L throughout\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSurgical grade 316L stainless steel resists scratching, tarnishing, and corrosion. The black resin inlay is set flush to the surface so it will not catch or chip with regular wear. No special maintenance required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFor anyone with a serious interest in the Crusades, medieval military orders, or simply a preference for jewellery that carries some history in its design, this ring is an immediate gift for the right person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eCare and Materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e 316L surgical grade stainless steel. Polished silver tone finish. Black epoxy resin inlay on face and shoulders. Sizes 7 to 15.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWipe clean with a soft dry cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to saltwater and chlorinated water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDo not use abrasive cleaners or ultrasonic cleaning devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eStore separately to prevent surface scratching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Histories and Castles","offers":[{"title":"7","offer_id":56962497184076,"sku":"200000369:3434;200000783:193#R882;200001034:201447815#Silver color R882","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"8","offer_id":56962497118540,"sku":"200000369:699;200000783:193#R882;200001034:201447815#Silver color R882","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"9","offer_id":56962497151308,"sku":"200000369:350262;200000783:193#R882;200001034:201447815#Silver color R882","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":56962497053004,"sku":"200000369:1583;200000783:193#R882;200001034:201447815#Silver color R882","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"11","offer_id":56962497085772,"sku":"200000369:100010420;200000783:193#R882;200001034:201447815#Silver color R882","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12","offer_id":56962496987468,"sku":"200000369:1663;200000783:193#R882;200001034:201447815#Silver color R882","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"13","offer_id":56962497020236,"sku":"200000369:200000296;200000783:193#R882;200001034:201447815#Silver color R882","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"14","offer_id":56962496921932,"sku":"200000369:200000298;200000783:193#R882;200001034:201447815#Silver color R882","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"15","offer_id":56962496954700,"sku":"200000369:350231;200000783:193#R882;200001034:201447815#Silver color R882","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/3869\/8316\/files\/KT_Signet_ring_2.jpg?v=1775840223","url":"https:\/\/historiesandcastles.com\/products\/knights-templar-cross-ring","provider":"Histories and Castles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}