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Ring

Probably German
19th century
Object Place: Europe, Germany

Medium/Technique Silver gilt, enamel
Dimensions Height x width (bezel): 2.7 x 2.5 cm (1 1/16 x 1 in.)
Height x width (shank): 2.3 x 2.2 cm (7/8 x 7/8 in.)
Credit Line William D. Boardman Collection—Gift of Mrs. Alice L. Boardman
Accession Number01.6011
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Jewelry
ClassificationsJewelry / AdornmentRings

DescriptionRing featuring Saint George and the Dragon. The saint, dragon and irregular perimeter are enameled. There is also enamel decoration on the shoulder and shank. There are two small, enameled "gems" on the shoulders. The bezel is an openwork design, and the metal appears cast in one part.
Marks An impressed mark under the shoulder