Created by
Smith, Art, American, 1917 - 1982
Date
ca. 1947
Medium
brass
Dimensions
H x W x D: 7/8 × 7/8 × 1/2 in. (2.2 × 2.2 × 1.3 cm)
Description
This is the “Fortibus ring" designed and created by jeweler Art Smith. The bass ring has a circular band with several perforations of different sizes and shapes around the band.
Classification
Decorative Arts, Craft, and Design
Jewelry and Adornment
Type
finger rings
Topic
Art
Craftsmanship
Fashion
Fashion design
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Charles L. Russell
Object number
2023.12.21
Restrictions & Rights
© Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5f37a24e7-f45a-4c14-84e0-06f20b5bc05c

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