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Object Name
Mourning or Coffin Ring
Object Number
1922-29-2
Description
gold ring with loop of three gold and black enamel banners with inscriptions in gold letters "W. Gardiner/OB. 8. June/1766 AE24 Bezel" on either side of center piece is a faceted stone clear in prong and enclosed setting. Center is a coffin shaped faceted crystal with skeleton on paper underneath, prong enclosed base with rays on reverse side. Original box, red leather humped top with hook clasp, white satin lined top and green velvet slotted base.
Category
Personal Artifacts
Date Made
1766
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