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Cluster Ring
Western European
18th century
Object Place: Europe, Italy
Medium/Technique
Gilt metal, silver, glass
Dimensions
Height x width (bezel): 5/8 x 11/16 in. (1.6 x 1.8 cm)
Height x width (shank): 5/8 x 13/16 in. (1.6 x 2 cm)
Height x width (shank): 5/8 x 13/16 in. (1.6 x 2 cm)
Credit Line
William D. Boardman Collection—Gift of Mrs. Alice L. Boardman
Accession Number01.5984
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Rings
DescriptionCluster ring with clear glass "gems". The pyramidal, rose-cut "gem" in the center has an elaborate silver bezel with scalloped and beaded border along the bottom edge. The twelve surrounding "gems" are cut in imitation of rose-cut diamonds. The perimeter also has a scalloped and beaded border. The underside of the bezel is flat and there are recessed cloisons (champlevé) with traces of white and green enamel. The gilt metal shoulders also have depressions for enamel (now missing) and the shank is triangular.