Record ID: IOW-989FD7
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Isle of Wight
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete misshapen cast copper alloy and gilded finger ring of probable Post-Medieval date (AD 1500 – AD 1800). Length: 16.3mm; width: 7.9mm and 3.9nmm thick. Weight: 2.24g. About half of the hoop is missing due to two old breaks. The ring has a slightly raised circular bezel which is decorated with a saltire cross which has probably been formed by punching. The outer face of the hoop was also decorated, although the design is largely indeterminate. However, it may have consisted of alternating lozenge and floral motifs. The ring is corroded and in poor condition. Minut…
Created on: Tuesday 13th May 2008
Last updated: Monday 21st March 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Isle of Wight', grid reference and parish protected.