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Ring
Western European
18th century
Medium/Technique
Gold, glass
Dimensions
Height x width (bezel): 1 x 0.8 cm (3/8 x 5/16 in.)
Height x width (shank): 1.6 x 1.7 cm (5/8 x 11/16 in.)
Height x width (shank): 1.6 x 1.7 cm (5/8 x 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
Bequest of Mrs. Arthur Croft—The Gardner Brewer Collection
Accession Number01.6607
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ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Rings
DescriptionRing with a faceted stone heart. The bezel consists of a faceted heart in a bezel mount. The stone is further secured by four metal tabs. The underside of the stone is closed. On the shoulders are two square faceted pastes (glass). The ornament suggests that this is a love token or betrothal ring.