Maker: Unknown
Gilt bronze. Quatrefoil bezel with triangular projections between the foils, engraved with a circle in which is a black and white enamelled skull, surrounded by the engraved legend, 'Memento Mori'. Slender hoop, with a strap and buckle in relief on each shoulder.
History note: Unknown
Method of acquisition: Given by Unknown
17th Century, Early#
Circa
1600
-
1700
Decoration
composed of
enamel
( black and white)
Ring
composed of
gilt bronze
( probably)
Bezel
Width 1.6 cm
Hoop
Width 2.1 cm
Accession number: M.20-1981
Primary reference Number: 119191
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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