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Medieval gold and sapphire finger ring

Unknown, 1200

Epping Forest District Museum, Waltham Abbey

This handsome medieval finger ring was found by a metal detectorist in Willingale, near Bishop’s Stortford. It is thought to have been made in the 13th or 14th century. The gold, D-shaped ring is finely engraved with an unusual pattern and the hexagonal faceted bezel is set with an irregular dark-blue sapphire. Epping Forest District Museum holds archaeological material relating to the area and the ring now joins the collection.

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Title of artwork, date

Medieval gold and sapphire finger ring, 1200

Date supported

2018

Medium and material

Gold, Bezel-set cabochon sapphire

Dimensions

2.599 x 2.196 x 1.17

Grant

2800

Total cost

7000

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