Mourning ring for John Phillips

1795

Medium/Technique Gold; enamel

Dimensions Other (Overall): 2.2cm (7/8in.)

Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Edward Jackson Holmes

Accession Number54.1483

NOT ON VIEW

DescriptionGold band designed as four joined scrolls, black enamel with gold lettering, engraved inside.

Inscriptions"HON. JOHN / PHILLIPS.LLD / FEED.MY/ LAMBS" in gold letters. "Ob 25 apr 1795 Aet 76" engraved inside.

ProvenanceMourning ring for Hon. John Phillips. Collection of Mrs. Edward Jackson Holmes by 1954; to MFA December 9, 1954, gift.