The Minster Lovell Jewel

Ashmolean Museum inventory no. AN1869.20. Gold, enamel. L. 3.1cm, max D. 2.3cm. c.850-900. Sheet gold socketed fitting decorated with gold filigree consisting of straight, beaded and twisted wire. Fitting is topped with applied gold and enamel cloisonné setting with double cross design. The projecting cylinder has holes for attaching a rod of wood or ivory for use as an aestel or pointer. For more information visit http://www.ashmolean.org/ash/objectofmonth/2005-04/relobjects.htm