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Ring
German
mid-19th century
Object Place: Europe, Italy
Medium/Technique
Iron, glass, pigment
Dimensions
Height x width (bezel): 1/2 x 5/16 in. (1.3 x 0.8 cm)
Height x width (shank): 7/8 x 7/8 in. (2.3 x 2.3 cm)
Height x width (shank): 7/8 x 7/8 in. (2.3 x 2.3 cm)
Credit Line
William D. Boardman Collection—Gift of Mrs. Alice L. Boardman
Accession Number01.5951
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Rings
DescriptionRing with reverse-painted glass inlay. The beveled glass has a red and gold image of a cupid with bent knee and holding a bouquet. The glass is set in an iron mount with stepped decoration on the shoulders. The metal is cast.