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Finger Ring

6th–7th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Finger Ring
  • Date: 6th–7th century
  • Culture: Frankish
  • Medium: Gold, carnelian intaglio
  • Dimensions: Overall: 3/4 x 11/16 x 1/2 in. (1.9 x 1.8 x 1.2 cm)
    bezel: 7/16 x 5/16 in. (1.1 x 0.8 cm)
  • Classification: Metalwork-Gold
  • Credit Line: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917
  • Object Number: 17.192.199
  • Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters
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