Gilded ring

UnknownMiddle Age

Hamburg Archaeological Museum
Hamburg, Germany

Rings were not only popular jewellery, but could also be signs of power and dignity. Depending on the customers budget, rings were made of non-ferrous or precious metals. There were also special rings that were said to protect against disease and misfortune.

Details

Title: Gilded ring
Creator: Unknown
Date: Middle Age
Location: Hamburg-Altstadt, Große Reichenstraße
Provenance: Stiftung Historische Museen Hamburg, Hamburg Museum
Type: Jewellery
Medium: Silver, gilded

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