Nasrallah’s ring.Photo: ros.media.
A ring that belonged to former Hezbollah Secretary General Hassan Nasrallah was sold at auction for $16,000 (680 million Iranian tomans). This was reported by Time Ukraine Israel on 22 December, citing Vesty and Arab media. The funds, according to the organisers, will go to “support the oppressed people of Lebanon and Gaza”.
Auction details and ring symbols
The ring with the red stone was one of those worn by Hassan Nasrallah. It was presented in a luxurious box along with a letter of thanks explaining that the jewel was a gift from Nasrallah for the benefit of the needy. The auction was organised by Iranian cleric Mohammad Karimi, who stressed that the proceeds would go to the “resistance front”.
The name of the buyer is kept secret, but it is known that all the funds were transferred to an account in Iran. Although $16,000 may seem like a modest sum, in Iranian terms it is a significant amount.
Rings in the Shiite tradition
The wearing of rings has a deep symbolic meaning in Shia Islam. They are a sign of power, leadership and influence, and are usually worn on the right hand. It is known that rings were used as symbols of identification even after death. In particular, the rings helped identify former Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi and Quds Force commander Qassem Soleimani after their liquidation.
Historical context
Hassan Nasrallah was assassinated by the IDF in Beirut on 27 September 2024. His figure has left a significant mark on regional politics, and objects associated with him have become important symbols for his supporters. The sale of the ring at auction with a focus on charity is an attempt to continue his ideological legacy.
Despite the ambiguity of Hassan Nasrallah’s figure, his ring has become an object that connects history, religion and contemporary politics. The auction organisers are using this symbol to support social and political initiatives, while emphasising his role in the Shiite world.
