Record ID: WMID-CC5023
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MODERN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy finger ring of probable Modern date, circa AD1800-1900. The copper alloy has a high tin content. The ring is in good condition, retaining its original form. A small residue on the inside of the ring suggests that it was originally silvered and both the inside and outside surfaces have areas of brown corrosion. The ring takes the form of a wide band which is rimmed on both edges. Within the recessed field formed by the protruding edges, is a moulded decoration comprising of two elephants facing each other with raised trunks with a ball suspended between the…
Created on: Tuesday 26th February 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd November 2016
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Record ID: WMID-CC05A2
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MODERN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete hand made twisted copper wire finger ring of probable Modern date, circa AD1800-1900. The ring is in fair condition although it is slightly contorted probably due to movement in the plough soil. The ring is formed of two copper wires of equal size that have been tightly twisted. The ends have been soldered together. The ring has a light yellow/orange colour and a shiny surface. Tarnish is present in the grooves of the twists. The ring has a maximum external diameter of 19.21 and a thickness of 1.31mm. It weighs 0.6g.
Created on: Tuesday 26th February 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd November 2016
Spatial data recorded.