Signet Ring

European

12th–13th century

Not on view

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Title: Signet Ring
Date: 12th–13th century
Culture: European
Medium: Iron
Dimensions: 1 1/8, H. 1 3/16
Classification: Metalwork-Iron
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. Manfred Schwarz, 1970
Object Number: 1970.205
Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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