Ring
5th century-6th century (made), 19th century (altered)
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Circular silver signet ring in a modern gold setting, engraved with two deer (possibly), and two doves flanking a palm tree, above a lamb with the Chi Rho monogram, inscribed IANVARI VIVAS.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Engraved silver and gold |
| Brief description | Circular silver signet ring in a modern gold setting, engraved with two deer (possibly), and two doves flanking a palm tree, above a lamb with the Chi Rho monogram, inscribed IANVARI VIVAS, Italy, Early Christian, 5th or 6th century |
| Physical description | Circular silver signet ring in a modern gold setting, engraved with two deer (possibly), and two doves flanking a palm tree, above a lamb with the Chi Rho monogram, inscribed IANVARI VIVAS. |
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| Object history | ex Waterton Collection |
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| Accession number | 92-1899 |
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| Record created | August 1, 2006 |
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