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1985.50.956

Amulet and ornament, finger-ring of brass stamped with star, crescent, diamond and floral designs, set with a blue glass stone. [El.B 10/01/2014]

1985.50.956

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Collection type
Object
Description
Amulet and ornament, finger-ring of brass stamped with star, crescent, diamond and floral designs, set with a blue glass stone. [El.B 10/01/2014]
Geographical reference
Algeria
Africa > Northern Africa > Algeria
Algiers
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1906
Date collected
1906
Acquisition information
Loaned: 1985
Materials and processes
Material Brass Metal, Material Glass, Process Stamped
Dimensions
Diameter: max 18 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1985.50.956
Research and responses

Collected by Walter Leo Hildburgh's father under his instruction.

Search terms: Religion, Ornament, Trade, Amulet, Finger Ring