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A late 15th century gold stirrup-shaped ring, the high bezel formed as a cusped quatrefoil inset with a cabochon oval turquoise, the hoop of D-section with a central ridge, ring size G½. £400-£600
The ring was found in Suffolk in the 1990’s and recorded by the Suffolk Archaeological Unit.
The ring is comparable to PAS No LIN-85CE61. Turquoise was believed to have amuletic properties especially relating to healing, and to offer protection to horse riders from falls or injuries.
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