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Ring
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Ring
- Place of origin:
Galway (made)
- Date:
1750-1800 (made)
- Artist/Maker:
Robinson, Andrew (goldsmith)
- Materials and Techniques:
Engraved gold
- Credit Line:
Given by Mrs K. Ticher
- Museum number:
M.12-1961
- Gallery location:
Jewellery, Rooms 91, The William and Judith Bollinger Gallery, case 12, shelf A, box 6
The 'Claddagh' ring takes its name from the Irish village. It is formed of a crowned heart held between two hands. It draws upon older traditions of rings with clasped hands and hearts and is still a popular item of jewellery.