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 an anchor which shows further decorative engravings. The anchor is surrounded by geometrical motifs engraved on the wood.

Object Details

ID: REL0173.3
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)