Saxon & Medieval — Late Medieval; 14th century
Finger ring
Silver finger-ring engraved with the words IESVS NAXAREN/VS REX IVDE in Lombardic letters. The inscription means 'Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews'. The name was thought to be a safeguard against sudden death.
- Category:
- Saxon & Medieval
- Object ID:
- 62.121/5
- Object name:
- finger ring
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- Artist/Maker:
- —
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- Production date:
- Late Medieval; 14th century
- Material:
silver, gilt
- Measurements/duration:
- DM 22 mm (overall)
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- Record quality:
- 80%
- Part of this object:
- —
- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
- Image credit:
- —
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