You won't find another ring quite like the Ottoman Tughra on Black Zircon Stones Ellipse Silver Men's Ring Siding Striped Pattern. This ring for men is made with an elliptical black zircon stone and a siding design. An Ottoman Tughra, a symbol of the rulers' power and authority, serves as the ring's centerpiece. The Tughra's design borrows elements from the imperial seal of the 15th century, which itself is a synthesis of complex calligraphy, abstracted images, and geometric shapes. The Tughra is written in ornate calligraphy that includes the sultan's initials, the date of its creation, and religious invocations. Nature, architecture, and religious iconography are all possible sources for the abstracted images. Diamonds, circles, stars, and other geometric shapes are all fair game for Tughra's decorative motifs. Tughra symbols are believed to bestow good fortune and safety upon the wearer, much like talismans do in other cultures. Elegantly depicting the Ottoman Empire's soaring dome and a lion's head, this ring is a fitting tribute to that mighty civilization.