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Link to BBC Magazine article about the history of the Swastika symbol
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WWI era gold ring featuring good luck symbol
c. 1915Overview
WWI era gold ring made from a circular metal band topped with a flat symbol of an equilateral cross with its legs bent at right angles, facing right. This is a millennia-old sacred symbol in Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism that represents peace and good fortune
The ring is crudely made and may be an example of trench art.
Historical information
The swastika is an ancient and widely used symbol representing peace and good luck.
A link to the history of the swastika is attached.
Details
Details
Registration number
cwa-org-119-RoW00082
Item type
Width
7 mm
Height or length
17 mm
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