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Finger ring

Unknown artist, probably 15th century

The bezel is engraved with a representation of the Trinity with the seated figure of God the Father, supporting Christ on the cross, and with a dove in the top left corner which represent the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. The figure of God has a halo. The shoulders of the ring are engraved with the sun's rays.

More information

Title of artwork, date

Finger ring, probably 15th century

Date supported

2005

Medium and material

Gold

Dimensions

Diameter: 2.3 cm

Grant

250

Total cost

1000

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