Ring Brooch

Unknown

first half 14th century · Silver, turquoise, glass paste · The Cloisters

Although a large amount of inexpensive jewelry was manufactured during the Middle Ages, little has survived, because of the scant value placed upon it. Many examples, including this piece, were lost accidentally and later unearthed in excavations.

Artist

Unknown

Date

first half 14th century

Medium

Silver, turquoise, glass paste

Culture

Western European

Department

The Cloisters

Credit line

The Cloisters Collection, 1957