Scarf ring

A scarf ring in the shape of a spherical nut, hollowed out and cut with slots. The wood is decorated with inset silver or white metal in the form of a star above a heart. The star and heart are engraved respectively with geometric patterns and ear of wheat and are surrounded by vegetal motifs engraved on the wood.

Object Details

ID: REL0173.1
Type: Scarf ring
Display location: Not on display
Date made: 19th century
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 24 mm x 28 mm x 20 mm
Parts: Scarf rings (Scarf ring)