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1985.50.1149

Finger ring of metal with a bezel in the shape of a man's head, apparently reversible. The band is decorated with floral motifs. [BA [OPS move] 9/11/2017]

1985.50.1149

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Collection type
Object
Description
Finger ring of metal with a bezel in the shape of a man's head, apparently reversible. The band is decorated with floral motifs. [BA [OPS move] 9/11/2017]
Geographical reference
Algeria
Africa > Northern Africa > Algeria
Constantine
Cultural groups
Arab
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1906
Date collected
1906
Acquisition information
Loaned: 1985
Materials and processes
Material Copper Alloy Metal, Material Silver Metal, Process Cast, Process Incised
Dimensions
Length: max 29 mm, Depth: max 25 mm, Width: max 26 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1985.50.1149

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