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Mourning ring for L. Murray

Mourning ring for L. Murray

(American, 1734–1818)
1768
Object PlaceBoston, Massachusetts
Medium/TechniqueGold, amethyst, enamel
DimensionsOther (Overall): 1.9cm (3/4in.)
Credit LineBequest of Maxim Karolik
Accession number64.865
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ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment
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Description
Most colonial silversmiths in urban areas produced small quantities of gold and silver jewelry, including mourning rings, given at funerals to pallbearers, family members, and friends.
Inscriptions"L. MURRAY / OB 21 MAR / 1768. Ae 38" on black enamel scrolls. (from card)
ProvenanceCollection of Maria Potter Codman by 1902; inherited by her niece Martha Catherine Codman Karolik, 1902; collection of Maxim Karolik by 1964; to MFA June 8, 1964, bequest.